碳中和周报（191期）丨全国低碳日生态环境部发布重磅报告

Carbon Neutrality Policy - The Ministry of Ecology and Environment released reports on product carbon footprint and climate change adaptation during the National Low Carbon Day, highlighting significant progress in carbon footprint management with over 70 national standards and 100 group standards by the end of 2024 [2] - The year 2024 is projected to be the hottest on record, necessitating urgent improvements in climate change adaptation capabilities [2] - A public engagement event showcased over 20 low-carbon technologies with significant carbon reduction effects, emphasizing the importance of technology in addressing key challenges [2] Climate Dynamics - The China Meteorological Administration predicts that 2025 will likely be one of the three warmest years on record, with extreme heat events already affecting multiple provinces [4] - The average national precipitation in June was 85.8 mm, which is 3.4% higher than the historical average, indicating a regional imbalance in rainfall distribution [4] - The occurrence of extreme weather events underscores the need for enhanced disaster prevention and low-carbon transition strategies to improve societal resilience [4] Renewable Energy Developments - In May 2025, the National Energy Administration issued 215 million green certificates, a slight decrease of 0.59% from the previous month, with 60.31% being tradable [5] - From January to May 2025, a total of 1.093 billion green certificates were issued, indicating a steady progress in the green certificate trading mechanism that supports renewable energy consumption [5] Local Initiatives - The Shanghai Carbon Inclusive Platform was launched, allowing citizens to track their low-carbon activities and accumulate carbon credits for rewards [7] - The platform aims to create a closed-loop system for low-carbon behavior, enhancing public participation in carbon reduction efforts [7] Corporate Practices - CATL announced its "Global Energy Circulation Plan" during the London Climate Action Week, aiming to promote a circular economy in battery production and reduce reliance on raw mineral resources [8] - The company predicts that by 2040, the global battery recycling market could exceed 1.2 trillion yuan, creating over 10 million jobs in the battery value chain [8] - Achieving 50% of new battery production through material recycling will require technological breakthroughs and collaborative efforts across the industry [8]