实施新标准对重点行业和领域有哪些影响？丨《环境空气质量标准》与配套技术规范修订系列解读④

Group 1: Air Quality Standards and Their Impact - The Ministry of Ecology and Environment is soliciting public opinions on the revised "Ambient Air Quality Standards" (GB 3095—2012) and related technical specifications [1] - The new standards aim to promote the construction of a new energy system in China, facilitating the safe and orderly replacement of fossil energy and the development of renewable energy sources [3][4] Group 2: Power Industry Developments - The installed capacity of wind power in China is projected to grow from 76 million kW in 2013 to 520 million kW by 2024, a 580% increase, while solar power capacity is expected to rise from 19 million kW to 890 million kW, a 4580% increase [2] - By the end of 2024, 96% of coal-fired power generation capacity will have completed ultra-low emission upgrades, significantly improving the cleanliness of coal power [2][3] Group 3: Steel Industry Transformation - The steel industry has eliminated 300 million tons of outdated capacity, with advanced equipment capacity significantly increasing, leading to a 25.4% reduction in PM2.5 concentration in ten major steel-producing cities from 2018 to 2024 [5][6] - The implementation of new air quality standards will drive the steel industry to adopt a reduction-focused development model, enhancing the competitiveness of high-quality enterprises [6][7] Group 4: Petrochemical Industry Progress - The petrochemical industry has seen a more than 20% reduction in major air pollutant emissions from 2017 to 2024, despite a 60% increase in crude oil processing capacity [9][10] - The new standards will accelerate the green and low-carbon transformation of the petrochemical industry, promoting comprehensive governance of emissions [10] Group 5: Automotive Industry Advancements - Since 2012, the implementation of air quality standards has led to a 90% reduction in nitrogen oxides and particulate matter emissions from vehicles, significantly enhancing the international competitiveness of China's automotive products [11][12] - In 2024, the sales of new energy vehicles reached 12.87 million units, with a market penetration rate of 40.9%, maintaining China's position as the global leader in this sector [11][12]