October 22, 2009
Report

A Glance at China’s Household Consumption

Abstract

Known for its scale, China is the most populous country with the world’s third largest economy. In the context of rising living standards, a relatively lower share of household consumption in its GDP, a strong domestic market and globalization, China is witnessing an unavoidable increase in household consumption, related energy consumption and carbon emissions. Chinese policy decision makers and researchers are well aware of these challenges and keen to promote green lifestyles. China has developed a series of energy policies and programs, and launched a wide-range social marketing activities to promote energy conservation.

Revised: January 28, 2011 | Published: October 22, 2009

Citation

Shui B. 2009. A Glance at China’s Household Consumption Richland, WA: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.