The bullish export statistics come despite scores of steel mills and other industrials in China being shut down or operating below full capacity since early November as part of China's attempts to curb air pollution during the nation's winter months. (afr.com)
China said on Monday it would give rewards amounting to 5 billion yuan ($ 816.91 million) for curbing air pollution in six regions where the problem is serious, underscoring government concern about a source of public anger. (scientificamerican.com)
New WRI research shows that a carbon price could provide billions of dollars a year for coal communities in West Virginia and other states, while also curbing air pollution and climate change. (wri.org)