Core Insights - China is actively and steadily advancing its carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals, achieving significant results in green and low-carbon development over the past five years [1] Energy Sector - As of June 2023, China's renewable energy installed capacity exceeded 2.159 billion kilowatts, accounting for approximately 59.2% of total installed power generation capacity [2] - The proportion of non-fossil energy consumption increased from 15.9% in 2020 to an expected 19.8% by 2024, while coal consumption is projected to decrease from 56.8% in 2020 to 53.2% by 2024 [2] - Wind and solar power installed capacity has reached 1.68 billion kilowatts, more than three times the capacity in 2020, achieving international commitments six years ahead of schedule [2] Industrial Transformation - The process of industrial decarbonization is accelerating, with over 150 million tons of outdated steel production capacity eliminated [3] - By the end of 2024, China aims to cultivate 6,430 national-level green factories, with their output accounting for about 20% of total manufacturing output [3] - The "new economy" sectors, including new industries, new business models, and new formats, now account for over 18% of GDP [3] Environmental Improvements - By 2024, China's forest coverage rate is expected to exceed 25%, with forest stock exceeding 20 billion cubic meters [4] - The annual carbon sink from forests and grasslands is projected to exceed 1.2 billion tons of CO2 equivalent, ranking first in the world [4] - Over 90% of urban residential communities have implemented waste sorting, and more than 60% of consumers are choosing to purchase new energy vehicles [4] Global Climate Leadership - China has made significant contributions to global climate governance, actively participating in the Paris Agreement and promoting a fair global climate governance system [4] - The country has already met its 2030 targets for wind and solar power capacity and forest stock ahead of schedule, providing 60% of global wind power equipment and 70% of solar photovoltaic components [4] South-South Cooperation - China has signed 54 climate change cooperation memorandums with 42 developing countries, implementing over 300 capacity-building projects [5] - Since 2016, China has mobilized over 177 billion yuan in project funding to support developing countries in addressing climate change [5]
我国积极稳妥推进碳达峰碳中和 引领绿色低碳发展取得新成效
Xin Hua Wang·2025-09-22 08:03