Xi’s Yangtze Visit Highlights Eco-Push
General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee Xi Jinping recently toured Jiujiang City, spotlighting China’s drive to balance industrial growth with environmental protection. At Sinopec Jiujiang Company, he examined green upgrades in one of China’s key petrochemical hubs, while the Yangtze River Cultural Park showcased shoreline restoration efforts. Talk about #EcoGlowUp! 🌊
From Coal to Clean: Stats Don’t Lie
China’s White Paper on Green Development reveals 64 million hectares of new forests (2012–2021) and a 75% jump in clean energy use. Coal’s share of energy consumption dropped to 56%, while steel giants invested ¥37B+ in eco-tech last year. 🏭→🌿
Steel Mills & Solar Panels: The New Power Players
With 243M tons of steel production now meeting ultra-low emissions standards and China leading global wind/solar manufacturing, the country is making Beyoncé-level moves in green industry. As one expert noted: “Lucid waters and lush mountains aren’t just scenic – they’re economic gold.” 💰🌏
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