Core Insights - The "2025 China Carbon Neutral Development Index" was jointly released by Xiamen University and Jiangsu University, marking the fifth annual release of this index, coinciding with significant milestones in China's carbon neutrality goals and the conclusion of the 14th Five-Year Plan [1][4] Group 1: Regional Performance - From 2020 to 2025, the contribution rates of the eastern, central, western, and northeastern regions of China have shown a steady improvement, with the western region experiencing the most significant enhancement [2] - The overall index for various provinces exhibits a trend of "slowly rising amidst fluctuations," with eastern and central provinces maintaining high levels, indicating notable progress in green transformation during the 14th Five-Year Plan [2] - Leading provinces such as Zhejiang, Guangdong, Beijing, Jiangsu, and Shanghai have developed exemplary cases in areas like new energy application, green manufacturing, and financial innovation [2] Group 2: Challenges and Future Directions - Despite the progress, challenges remain, including the need for improved policy design, the risk of uniform local implementation paths, and insufficient innovation capabilities in low-carbon key technologies [3] - The research team anticipates that the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan will focus on achieving carbon peak targets, emphasizing the need for continued optimization of the index system and enhanced data integration [3] - The "China Carbon Neutral Development Index" has adopted a "5+N" evaluation system, reflecting a shift from a singular focus on emissions reduction to a more integrated and collaborative approach in carbon neutrality efforts [4]
“2025中国碳中和发展力指数”显示：西部地区提升最为显著