China's Energy Consumption Per Person Outstrips Europe, Led by Tech and Renewables China’s per capita energy use surpassed Europe’s for the first time last year, driven by technology and manufacturing demands. While China increased coal-fired generation, it also led in adding renewable energy capacity, reducing its carbon intensity. This shift highlights a global decarbonization challenge, as declining fossil fuel use in Europe may increase emissions in manufacturing-heavy regions like China and India. « Previous Article Next Article » Share This Article Choose Your Platform: Facebook Twitter Google Plus Linkedin Related Posts Economist Warns of Imminent Recession as 19 States Show Rising Unemployment READ MORE WSJ: Interest Rates Are a Distraction; Fed's Asset Holdings Hold Real Power READ MORE Copper Miners Face Earnings Squeeze Amid Falling Prices and High Costs READ MORE South African Platinum Industry Could Face 'Irreversible Decline' READ MORE Oil Prices Climb as Netanyahu Rejects Hamas Cease-Fire Deal READ MORE Add a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Comment