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GUANGZHOU, CHINA - MAY 30: Citizens walk on the street during high temperatures on May 30, 2023 in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province of China. Guangzhou Meteorological Observatory issued an orange alert for high temperatures on May 30. PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxHUNxONLY Copyright: xChinaxNewsxServicex 111438993964
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Summer heatwave threatens growth

After heatwaves and massive power outages in the past two years, China is about to experience another extreme summer. This does not bode well for the already slow economy.

By Jörn Petring

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Building renovation: Committee wants many exceptions

Yesterday, the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive passed the Parliament's Industry Committee. By 2030, existing buildings will have to meet minimum energy standards. However, almost a quarter of buildings is supposed to remain exempt from the renovation obligations for longer – it's just one of many loopholes.

By Manuel Berkel