Building a resources-saving and environment-friendly society
will be China's new target for development, according to a proposal
of the Communist Party of China (CPC).
Developing recycling economy is the major road to such a society
and sustainable development, says the proposal of the CPC Central
Committee for forming the 2006-2010 national program for national
economic and social development, which was released here
Tuesday.
The 16th CPC Central Committee approved the document at its 5th
plenary session, which concluded a week ago.
The proposal tresses the principle of putting equal importance
on resources exploration and conservation, with priority given to
conservation, calling for intensified efforts for comprehensive
utilization and better recycling of resources, and encouraging the
development of new economic pillars featuring low costs, waste,
emission and high efficiency.
It urges industrial producers to phase out outdated techniques
and products, and welcomes prices and tax policies in favor of the
endeavor.
The document suggests experiments of recycling economy be
conducted in metallurgical, construction material, chemical and
power industries as well as industry parks and some cities to
explore effective modes.
It also encourages the production of water-saving devices and
environment friendly vehicles and the building of energy- and
land-saving structures.
(Xinhua News Agency October 17, 2005)