Europe has strong competitive edge in auto and aero industries, sophisticated machinery, high-end and luxury consumer goods, green technology, and energy conservation and environment technologies.
According to Environment America, high-speed rail USES a third less energy per mile than auto or air travel, and a nationwide system could reduce oil use by 125 million bbl. a year.
With the resident living standard improving, the high demand for comfort of the living environment is increasing, which leads to a serious waste of energy.