33-12 Energy Conservation Law of the People’s Republic of China

Summary

The law is formulated for the purposes of promoting energy conservation in the whole society, improving energy utilization efficiency, protecting and ameliorating the environment, and striving for all around, balanced and sustainable development of the economy and the society.

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Issuer

China

Year

2007

Region

Asia

Issuer (type)

Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (全国人民代表大会常务委员会) (Government)

Policy Type

Other sustainability policy

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Mandatory

Main industries targeted

Construction
Manufacturing
Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas Extraction
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting

Restrictiveness

Very Low

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 2: Zero Hunger
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 13: Climate Action
SDG 14: Life Below Water
SDG 15: Life on Land
SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions