This ground-breaking discussion of environmental journalism in China is largely based on work done at the 2009 seminar in Beijing organised by the NGO International Media Support. Papers and interviews discuss the patterns of China's governance of environmental issues and of their often-difficult and variable implementation. Journalists' sources, obstacles they face, solutions they work out are discussed together with a wide range of case material. Pointers for future development and recommendations for action complete this stimulating publication. Bibliography and references.