生态环境部：发布三大行业碳配额总量和分配方案｜碳中和周报

Group 1 - The Ministry of Ecology and Environment has released the carbon quota allocation plan for the steel, cement, and aluminum industries for 2024 and 2025, emphasizing a free allocation model based on carbon emissions per unit output [2][3] - The allocation plan focuses on direct emissions from production processes and excludes indirect emissions from purchased electricity and heat [2] - The plan aims to gradually expand the carbon market while ensuring policy continuity and providing institutional support for a stable market expansion [3] Group 2 - The central enterprises are highlighted as key players in promoting green and low-carbon transformation, with a call for them to take the lead in this initiative [4] - The COP30 event showcased China's commitment to green development and its role in global climate governance, emphasizing the importance of corporate responsibility in achieving carbon neutrality [4][6] Group 3 - The "China Energy Transition and New Energy Development" side event at COP30 gathered representatives to discuss systemic challenges and innovative solutions for energy transition [5] - Reports released during the event outlined China's achievements and practices in renewable energy, providing a systematic approach to global energy transition [5][6] Group 4 - In October 2025, the total electricity consumption in China reached 8,572 billion kilowatt-hours, marking a year-on-year increase of 10.4%, with significant contributions from the tertiary sector and urban residential electricity consumption [7][8] - The data indicates a continuous optimization of industrial structure, with strong growth in high-tech manufacturing and modern services contrasting with slower growth in high-energy-consuming industries [8] Group 5 - The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau is reported to have an annual carbon sink of approximately 30 million tons, contributing significantly to China's carbon neutrality goals [9] - The region's carbon sink function is expected to enhance further through ecological protection and restoration efforts [9] Group 6 - The UNITAR side event at COP30 focused on building green and low-carbon cities, showcasing China's innovative practices in urban low-carbon governance [10] - The collaboration between public and private sectors is emphasized as a key factor in achieving carbon neutrality goals [10][12] Group 7 - BCI Group introduced a "vertical integration industry model" aimed at addressing the energy consumption challenges of AI computing power, advocating for a comprehensive approach to sustainable development [11][12] - The model emphasizes the importance of green energy supply and system efficiency in achieving carbon reduction in high-energy-consuming industries [12]