Since 2013, efforts to reduce pollution have become more precise and strict, he added.

Prices for low-carbon ferro-chrome in Europe rose to their highest level since November 2008 because of shortages in raw materials supply.

Other measures include controlling coal consumption, vehicle emissions, dust and the burning of straw and garbage.

These central SOEs have started hydrogen power production, storage, refueling or related businesses.

Meanwhile, small and private businesses are making their own efforts to tide through these tough times.

The city of Linfen is also using its high and new tech resources to modernize its agriculture and boost rural revitalization.

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