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Re:The World Has (Probably) Passed Peak Pollution by resolutebat on Friday May 10, 2024 @12:17AM (#40315472)
China is simultaneously also adding much more solar, wind and nuclear power than any other country, plus much of the new coal construction is also meant to replace old, horrifically inefficient/polluting ones.
Re:The World Has (Probably) Passed Peak Pollution by contingencies on Friday May 10, 2024 @01:50AM (#40315812)
Also China's population are moving from the frozen north to the warm south, construction standards are increasing (better insulation), cooking is being outsourced (fewer kitchens), and they lead the world in mass transit / ride hailing / vehicle sharing / portable e-vehicle (scooter/wheel types). China has possibly reached peak personal vehicle. Local governments frequently spray water along main roads to bring down air pollution levels - surprisingly effective for PM2.5 - and most cities are pushing industrial land use far out of town.