China's ambitious development plans

Journal Article · Thu Jan 31 23:00:00 EST 1980 · Energy Int.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5487792

Kharbanda, O F

China's plans for economic development are examined in the context of her need to balance the energy required for this development with the need to export her oil and coal for revenue. Large coal resources are largely reaponsible for making China the fifth largest energy producer and the third largest energy consumer. Poor management and underutilization of power plants have led to serious power shortages in some parts of the country even though the distribution of hydro and fossil-fuel resources is advantageous. Improved mining techniques and accelerated construction of hydroelectric, nuclear, and thermal power plants will increase China's energy production and its growth rate. A policy of joint ventures leading to ultimate Chinese ownership will transfer technological skills and equipment into the country. 6 tables. (DCK)

• OSTI ID: 5487792
• Journal Information: Energy Int.; (United States), Journal Name: Energy Int.; (United States) Vol. 17:2; ISSN ENEIB
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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29 ENERGY PLANNING, POLICY, AND ECONOMY
292000* -- Energy Planning & Policy-- Supply
Demand & Forecasting
293000 -- Energy Planning & Policy-- Policy
Legislation
& Regulation
ASIA
CHINA
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ENERGY POLICY
ENERGY SOURCE DEVELOPMENT
EXPORTS
GOVERNMENT POLICIES
JOINT VENTURES
POWER GENERATION
TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER
TRADE