Commission: Economic growth driven by energy efficiency

China has the potential to become a global leader in energy-efficiency technology by 2030 if bold steps are taken now, according to the Global Commission on the Economy and Climate.

Speaking to China Daily after the launch of the commission's New Climate Economy report on Thursday, commission chairman Felipe Calderon, former president of Mexico, said although China's economy is expected to double over the next 15 years, by choosing to invest in a low-carbon economy, the country could achieve record energy efficiency and sustainable growth.

"It will take brave decisions, but we believe that China has all the human, institutional and technological capacities to start this courageous transition," Calderon said.