Can a New Carbon Tax Clean Beijing's Air?
Brief Summary
The episode covers China's carbon tax and its effects on air pollution in cities like Beijing and Shanghai.
Key points
- China's Carbon Tax Impact. The carbon tax is part of a broader strategy for environmental sustainability in China.
- Balancing Growth and Pollution. China faces the challenge of balancing economic growth with environmental quality.
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Episode highlights
- China's Carbon Tax ImpactThe carbon tax is part of a broader strategy for environmental sustainability in China.“The carbon tax is just one piece of a much better portfolio of activities.”0:22Mar 5, 2013
- Balancing Growth and PollutionChina faces the challenge of balancing economic growth with environmental quality.“They know they will have to balance economic growth with quality growth.”0:44Mar 5, 2013
