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  • Apr 1, 1997

    Energy Efficiency Opportunities in the Chinese Building Sector

    Reviews the current status and future directions of the Chinese market for energy-related products used in buildings, focusing on refrigerators, room air conditioners, and lighting equipment. For e…

    Reviews the current status and future directions of the Chinese market for energy-related products used in buildings, focusing on refrigerators, room air conditioners, and lighting equipment. For each type of equipment, production and sales, industry structure, products, consumer preferences, future directions, and opportunities for foreign firms are discussed. Published in cooperation with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and the Beijing Energy Efficiency Center.

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