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June 14,2007

By STAFF EDITOR

EDF (Electricite de France) purchased 3.6 million metric tons of carbon emission credits from Guangdong Nuclear Power Holdings to help the French company meets its greenhouse gas emission targets, Economic Daily reported. The credits were generated from the Chinese company’s wind power projects. The 1997 Kyoto protocol allows companies in developed economies to purchase carbon credits from developing economies to meet their emission requirements. EDF – the largest power producer in Europe – is preparing for further cooperation with Guangdong Nuclear in power generation and greenhouse gas emissions trading. China is looking to use non-carbon energies such as nuclear energy, hydropower, biomass fuels and gas to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions 950 million metric tons by 2010.

Energy demands outpace coal supply

April 24,2007

By STAFF EDITOR

Energy demand is up by 15% this year, and in the first quarter of this year China was a net importer of coal, a troubling prospect for a country concerned over dependence on foreign energy sources.

Economy report predicts upward stock market trend

April 23,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

The China Academy of Social Science’s latest report into China’s economy predicts a strong upward trend for domestic stock markets in 2007. As the China Securities Journal reports, the China Economy Blue Book Spring 2007 also foresees significant changes in market size, pricing and risk. Read its full report here.

Economy needs to be watched: NBS

April 20,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

China’s rapid 11.1% first-quarter GDP growth doesn’t mean the economy is overheating, according to China’s National Bureau of Statistics. However, as China Business News reports, the bureau accepts that overheating is a very real risk if the economy continues on its current path. Read the full report here

EU will not join US case in WTO

April 17,2007

By STAFF EDITOR

Despite apparent pressure to join the US case with the WTO against China, the EU will watching from the sidelines, any decision for action apparently dependent on the outcome.

Economic growth straining resources and environmental reality

April 16,2007

By STAFF EDITOR

China cannot continue its rapid growth by applying the same “energy intensive” model that worked for the world’s current developed nations. If China consumed energy like the US, it would require 4.5 billion tons of oil per year—more than the annual global supply. The government is taking measures to improve fuel efficiency, as indicated in its recently-announced Five Year Plan for Energy Development.

Electricity Giant to Enter Insurance Sector

March 27,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

China’s largest electric power supplier, State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC), is extending its reach into the country’s financial sector with the creation of new life insurance and financial insurance subsidiaries.

E-commerce and the Creative Industry

February 22,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

E-commerce is becoming more common in the advertising industry, but it is still not applied to many small but influential and widespread advertising resources, including the more than 2000 small and mid-sized city stations and web portals in China. However, some e-commerce services are beginning to pay attention to this segment.

Environmental Investments: Beneath the Optimistic Outlook

February 14,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

Although 2006 statistics reflect an active scene in environmental investing, input has not yet proved effective. The government plans to further strengthen input in environmentally friendly and anti-pollution infrastructure over the next five years.

E-commerce opens the door for Chinese SMEs

January 25,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

Alibaba has been a hottie in both media and Internet industry lately with eBay shuts down in China as it pinched by Taobao, which is followed by the news of Alibaba’s software strategy that can hurt eBay further. Alibaba Group’s Vice-president of Corporate Affairs Porter Erisman talks to Amy Cheung of The China Perspective on how e-commerce, China’s SMEs and Internet citizens create a thriving marketplace.

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	EDF buys Chinese emission credits June 14,2007 By STAFF EDITOR EDF (Electricite de France) purchased 3.6 million metric tons of carbon emission credits from Guangdong Nuclear Power Holdings to help the French company meets its greenhouse gas emission targets, Economic Daily reported. The credits were generated from the Chinese company’s wind power projects. The 1997 Kyoto protocol allows companies in developed economies to purchase carbon credits from developing economies to meet their emission requirements. EDF – the largest power producer in Europe – is preparing for further cooperation with Guangdong Nuclear in power generation and greenhouse gas emissions trading. China is looking to use non-carbon energies such as nuclear energy, hydropower, biomass fuels and gas to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions 950 million metric tons by 2010. Energy demands outpace coal supply April 24,2007 By STAFF EDITOR Energy demand is up by 15% this year, and in the first quarter of this year China was a net importer of coal, a troubling prospect for a country concerned over dependence on foreign energy sources. Economy report predicts upward stock market trend April 23,2007 By AMY CHEUNG The China Academy of Social Science’s latest report into China’s economy predicts a strong upward trend for domestic stock markets in 2007. As the China Securities Journal reports, the China Economy Blue Book Spring 2007 also foresees significant changes in market size, pricing and risk. Read its full report here. Economy needs to be watched: NBS April 20,2007 By AMY CHEUNG China’s rapid 11.1% first-quarter GDP growth doesn’t mean the economy is overheating, according to China’s National Bureau of Statistics. However, as China Business News reports, the bureau accepts that overheating is a very real risk if the economy continues on its current path. Read the full report here EU will not join US case in WTO April 17,2007 By STAFF EDITOR Despite apparent pressure to join the US case with the WTO against China, the EU will watching from the sidelines, any decision for action apparently dependent on the outcome. Economic growth straining resources and environmental reality April 16,2007 By STAFF EDITOR China cannot continue its rapid growth by applying the same “energy intensive” model that worked for the world’s current developed nations. If China consumed energy like the US, it would require 4.5 billion tons of oil per year—more than the annual global supply. The government is taking measures to improve fuel efficiency, as indicated in its recently-announced Five Year Plan for Energy Development. Electricity Giant to Enter Insurance Sector March 27,2007 By AMY CHEUNG China’s largest electric power supplier, State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC), is extending its reach into the country’s financial sector with the creation of new life insurance and financial insurance subsidiaries. E-commerce and the Creative Industry February 22,2007 By AMY CHEUNG E-commerce is becoming more common in the advertising industry, but it is still not applied to many small but influential and widespread advertising resources, including the more than 2000 small and mid-sized city stations and web portals in China. However, some e-commerce services are beginning to pay attention to this segment. Environmental Investments: Beneath the Optimistic Outlook February 14,2007 By AMY CHEUNG Although 2006 statistics reflect an active scene in environmental investing, input has not yet proved effective. The government plans to further strengthen input in environmentally friendly and anti-pollution infrastructure over the next five years. E-commerce opens the door for Chinese SMEs January 25,2007 By AMY CHEUNG Alibaba has been a hottie in both media and Internet industry lately with eBay shuts down in China as it pinched by Taobao, which is followed by the news of Alibaba’s software strategy that can hurt eBay further. Alibaba Group’s Vice-president of Corporate Affairs Porter Erisman talks to Amy Cheung of The China Perspective on how e-commerce, China’s SMEs and Internet citizens create a thriving marketplace. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8	Today’s Daily Briefs E-Mail Sign up for a roundup of the day’s top stories, sent every day. MOST POPULAR Cement industry faces higher costs in 2nd half Cashmere product maker upbeat on ferrosilicon refining Shenzhen property developer acquires Jiangxi province firms 12 inch chip JV unveiled in Shandong NDRC sets trillion RMB revenue target for hi-tech incubator China Chengtong awarded state asset Shanghai announces 20 key manufacturing sectors Software exports up 45% through May New standards likely to drive up pharmaceutical costs Airbus supports new repair base in Sichuan province Go to Complete List >

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