Families in northern China have traditionally used coal to keep themselves warm in winter. Photo: Xinhua
China’s plan to reduce use of coal for heating in northern homes still facing problems, report says
- High cost and lack of supply of alternatives like natural gas and electricity hampering Beijing’s ambitions, study suggests
- And concerns are growing that once subsidies end, poor households will return to burning coal
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Families in northern China have traditionally used coal to keep themselves warm in winter. Photo: Xinhua
