As the world marked the 50th World Environment Day, a burning question took center stage: Can economies thrive while protecting the planet? China’s answer? A resounding yes – and it’s rewriting the rules of sustainable growth.
Forget the old-school debate about environment vs. economy. Researchers Jin Jun and Chen Tailun from Zhejiang University reveal how China’s green pivot is actually turbocharging what they call 'new quality productive forces' – think next-gen tech like AI-powered energy grids and carbon-neutral manufacturing.
Here’s the tea: While some once saw eco-regulations as growth-killers, China’s now serving masterclasses in green innovation. From leading global solar panel production to electric vehicle breakthroughs, the country’s proving that sustainability isn’t just tree-hugging – it’s business genius.
Why it matters globally: As climate deadlines loom, China’s hybrid approach (eco-protection + tech disruption) could blueprint how major economies evolve. The lesson? Green isn’t just the new black – it’s the new economic engine.
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Green transformation: A catalyst for new quality productive forces
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