China is sucking in human, natural and financial resources on a global scale. It faces a bewildering array of environmental, social and economic challenges. Here we collect articles which discuss the China Challenge and how China is facing up to it.

• Per-capita GDP to quadruple, but with under environment, resource restrictions
• Ecological civilisation is the way forward for development
• China's commitments to be a responsible power
• Striving to set up new sustainable energy systems
• Training for a new generation of environmental leaders
• The New Labor Contract Law
• Economic Development and Environmental Protection: Ensuring a Sustainable Future
• New Law Mandates Environmental Disclosure
• The Rise of CSR in China
• Highlights of Chinese Premier Wen's gov't work report