China overtook the United States in carbon dioxide emissions by about 7.5 percent in 2006, according to the
Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency's report. While its emissions were slightly below the U.S. in 2005, widespread coal burning and mounting cement production pushed the country into the ignoble first-place spot last year. Chinese officials have called developed countries hypocritical for buying goods from its robust industry while chastising the nation for its emissions.
China Tops United States in Carbon Emissions
China overtook the United States in carbon dioxide emissions by about 7.5 percent in 2006, according to the Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency’s report. While its emissions were slightly below the U.S. in 2005, widespread coal burning and mounting cement production pushed the country into the ignoble first-place spot last year. Chinese officials have called developed […]
