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- China reports drops in energy consumption, pollution
China reported drops of energy consumption and pollutant emission in 2007, a positive move toward its five-year environmental goal, Premier Wen said in his government work report to the 11th NPC.
Full coverage　|　 Environment & Energy 　|　Green proposals
- China's polluted sea area almost doubles
The State Oceanic Administration has issued a report saying China's offshore sea area suffering from serious pollution now exceeds 160,000 sq km, almost doubling in size over the past decade.
Marine sector　|　Danger to big cities　|　Climate change
- Snowy weather damages 18.6-mln-hectare forest
The extreme weather that hit China in recent weeks has damaged 18.6 million hectares of forest in 19 snow-afflicted provincial regions, according to the State Forestry Administration.
Heavy snowfalls　|　Government response　|　Weather forecast
- China issues bad weather warning
The Emergency Management Office of the State Council issued a circular on Jan. 21, calling for local governments to be alert on low-temperature and heavy snowfalls across the country.
Heavy snowfalls　|　Weather warriors　|　Weather forecast
- People vs. chemical plant
Residents of Xiamen in Fujian Province never expected that "PX," an abbreviation for the word "paraxylene," would have become the hottest word on the tip of their tongues since 2007.
Political participation　|　Government response　|　Action plan
- Plastic bags set to be banned
China launched a crackdown on plastic bags on January 8, banning production of ultra-thin bags and forbidding supermarkets and shops from handing out free carriers from June 1.
Recent poll　|　Green volunteers　|　Laws and regulations
- Action Plan on Environment and Health (2007-2015)
The plan was drafted to further develop scientific proceeding of works concerning environment and people's health, and promote the sustainable development of economy and society.
11th Five-Year Plan　|　National program　|　Global attention
- Przewalski's Horse Project short of funds
Fifty-five reintroduced Przewalski's horses are now roaming in Kalamely Mountain area, the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region after people last saw the breed in the wild in 1966.
Tragedies　|　International support　|　Laws and regulations
- Extinct animal graveyard in Beijing
Human activities have sped up the extinction of species by a thousand percent. Experts estimate that 37 percent of the animal species on the planet will disappear by the year of 2050.
Chinese crested terns　|　South China tigers 　|　Baiji dolphins
- UN meets on climate change
The UN Climate Change Conference brought together representatives of over 180 countries and observers from various organizations.
National program　|　Development report　|　Climatic features
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