Nation's domestic appliance manufacturers to accelerate recycling efforts

Experts said China's home appliance makers are expected to speed up the recycling of discarded products and launch more green and intelligent household appliances, in a bid to shore up and promote the upgrading of the whole industry, as the nation has rolled out a number of measures to boost consumption.

Incentives should be introduced to support consumers to exchange old home appliances and electronics for more green, energy-saving and intelligent alternatives, such as ultra-high-definition televisions, refrigerators, washing machines, air conditioners and smartphones, according to a guideline issued by the State Council.

Moreover, efforts should be made to encourage financial institutions to provide credit support for residents purchasing green and smart home appliances, the guideline said.