2006 China Sustainable Development Strategy Report

Author: Institute of Sustainable Development Strategies, Chinese Academy of Sciences
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Publish Date: 2006-03-01
Features: "The 2006 China Sustainable Development Strategy Report—Building Resource-Saving and Environment-Friendly Societies" focuses on the theme of building resource-saving and environment-friendly societies. It elaborates on the strategic significance of resource-saving societies for China's future development, summarizes domestic and international experiences and lessons in building resource-saving societies and developing circular economies. The report also introduces the Resource Conservation Index for the first time, providing a comprehensive evaluation of resource conservation and environmental protection in major countries worldwide, highlighting the objective reality of China's extensive development compared to other nations. Additionally, it analyzes the changing trends of the Resource Conservation Index across the country and its 31 provinces, municipalities, and autonomous regions, presenting a comprehensive ranking of the index in each region. Based on these research findings, the report outlines the basic framework, development goals, and five supporting systems for China to build a resource-saving society, along with specific countermeasures and recommendations. Building on past strategic reports, the report employs the Sustainable Development Indicator System designed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences to conduct a comprehensive assessment and data update of the sustainable development capacity in various regions of China. This book holds continuous reference and research value for decision-making bodies, administrative departments, legislative bodies, as well as relevant research institutions, universities, and the general public.