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Controversy Surrounds Climate Change Charities and International Trade Tensions

A Bizarre Praise for China’s Energy System Sparks Outrage

In a surprising and somewhat baffling speech to the National Press Club, John Grimes, CEO of the Smart Energy Council, issued comments praising China’s approach to energy and environmental management. He declared that “China plays as a team,” a statement that drew criticism and ridicule from many observers. The remarks appeared to praise the Chinese government’s cohesion in pursuing energy goals, despite the controversial methods employed.