From the chinese press

New energy for development

The question now is not whether but how to develop renewable energy industry, says an article of people.com.cn. Excerpts:

The development of new energy has been embroiled in controversy since the very beginning. Opponents argue that eco-friendly energy, such as wind and solar power, comes at a higher cost since the technologies to generate them has yet to mature. Some say strong winds always bring heavy sand, causing considerable damage to the wind power equipment. Therefore, developing wind power doesn't suit our national conditions.