Qitaihe moves toward recycling economy

Qitaihe, the only pilot city for coal recycling in Heilongjiang, has stepped up efforts to become an important coal chemical and electricity base in the northeastern province.

The city plans further development of its coking coal, coal-chemical, electricity and new construction materials sectors, according to the city government.

Local officials said development of coal recycling is "of significance for sustainable development and environment protection" for the city.