Draft law to boost energy development

A draft law being reviewed by Chinese legislators would require the improvement of energy development and utilization, and provide support for nonfossil and low-carbon energy.

The 69-article draft energy law was submitted for first review on Tuesday to the ongoing session of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, China's top legislature.

While lauding achievements in energy development, Li Chunlin, deputy head of the National Development and Reform Commission, also pointed out challenges such as inadequate structural adjustment, low levels of clean and efficient utilization, a weak reserve system and deficiencies in technological innovation.