Multinationals in China cited for pollution: water rules violated by 34 concerns, says an institute's study
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Thirty-four multinational corporations have violated Chinese water pollution guidelines, according to China's Institute of Public and Environmental Affairs. Environmental issues, especially those regarding water pollution, are moving to the top of China's political agenda, and have caused a lot of recent social unrest in China.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2006
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Illegal power plants, coal mines in China pose challenge for Beijing
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China, with its booming economy and high energy demands, has been unable to control its numerous illegal coal-fired power plants and coal mines. There have been numerous accidents and deaths due to lax safety practices at these facilities, and even basic environmental standards are not being met.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2006
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China tilts green; climate concerns sway Beijing
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Heeding the dangers of global warming, China has revised its stand on controlling greenhouse gases. China, which is a major pollutor, is recognizing the social and economic impacts of climate change.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2007
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