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Published on: 02. March 2023

The hidden interests behind China's coal boom

(211031) -- HEFEI, Oct. 31, 2021 -- Aerial photo taken on Oct. 21, 2021 shows Wenergy Hefei Electric Power Co., Ltd. in
China has approved more new coal-fired power plants in 2022 than at any time in the last seven years. Are the international climate targets at risk? Chinese peculiarities such as low utilization of power plants and the rapid expansion of renewables give a reason for hope. But some risks to the climate remain.

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Last updated: 24. July 2025
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