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These graphs show the changes in emissions, emissions drivers, and policy in the Buildings sector in China
Emissions Building sector emissions
Reported buildings-related emissions fell during the 1990s, possibly due to district heating improvements, but more likely due to underreporting of coal use and measurement issues. Since 2002, emissions have been rising steadily due to growing energy use in buildings.
Emissions Drivers Energy consumption by fuel source
Particularly in urban residences, electronics and appliances became a significant end use, more than offsetting efficiency improvements in heating. Appliance use contributed to the increase in share of electricity in energy, as did the shift away from coal use.