ScienceWhy is China so enthusiastic about ‘super projects’?

Large construction projects are reshaping China, from giant dams and vast solar farms to a nationwide high-speed rail network. An engineer-led approach has driven huge investment in wind, nuclear power and ultra-high-voltage grids, but China still relies heavily on coal, while major projects can damage ecosystems and displace millions of residents. The report examines what this means for climate change.