Clean energy-powered central heating projects put into operation in southwest China's Xizang

A batch of newly-built clean energy-powered central heating projects have been put into operation across seven districts and counties in southwest China's Xizang (Tibet) Autonomous Region, as part of the government efforts to improve the livelihood of local residents including farmers and herdsmen living in high-altitude areas in the remote mountainous region.

In July 2024, China rolled out the first batch of pilot projects for clean energy-enabled heating in the seven areas comprising Sangzhuzi District, Seni District, Linzhou County, Qusum County, Gongbo'gyamda County, Gonjo County and Coqen County in Xizang , with a planned investment of 3.78 billion yuan (about 517.73 million U.S. dollars).

As a result of the entry into operation of the clean energy-powered central heating projects, the nearly 200,000 residents in the seven districts and counties covering more than 6 million square meters have had access to central heating in the chilly winter season.

Thanks to the installment of advanced monitoring equipment, staff members in charge of home heating in residential communities or villages are able to remotely monitor operation of the heating facilities and check the water temperature of central heating systems in real time on the computer or mobile phone screen.

"We have set up 15 energy stations across Linzhou County to meet the demand for heating of all types of users including hospitals, schools, public housing, relocation housing, public rental housing and low-rent housing in the county," said Sun Xuhong, head of a clean energy enterprise in Linzhou County.

In addition, the country has also launched a pilot program for providing central heating for residents living in ultra-high-altitude areas above 5,000 meters.

Clean energy-powered central heating projects put into operation in southwest China's Xizang

Nepalese Prime Minister Sharma Oli visited Peking University and delivered a speech on Nepal-China relations on Wednesday.

He met with the university's heads and was greeted by both Chinese and Nepalese students.

In remarks during the visit, he said China and Nepal have strengthened ties through academic and talent exchanges. He stressed that the two sides have elevated their strategic partnership and achieved great success.

The Nepalese Prime Minister also lauded China's economic achievements and said he is committed to closer cooperation on matters of mutual concern.

Prior to the visit to Peking University, Oli met with Chinese President Xi Jinping and held talks with Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Tuesday. He also met with Zhao Leji, chairman of the National People's Congress (NPC) Standing Committee on Tuesday.

Oli has visited China twice as Nepal's Prime Minister and made important contributions to advancing the growth of China-Nepal relations.

Nepali prime minister visits Peking University, delivers speech