Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce and nine other departments have issued a notice to implement a green consumption promotion action plan, outlining 20 measures across seven areas to systematically arrange green consumption work during the 14th Five-Year Plan period [1] Group 1: Green Consumption Initiatives - The promotion of green consumption is a key strategy for achieving green low-carbon development, enhancing consumption, and accelerating the comprehensive green transformation of the economy and society [1] - By the end of 2025, the total number of certifications for agricultural products in China is expected to exceed 88,000, with standardized production areas for green food reaching 20.5 million acres [2] - The "old-for-new" policy for consumer goods is seen as a significant opportunity to promote green consumption, with plans to replace 18.3 million cars and 192 million home appliances by 2025, where nearly 60% of the cars will be new energy vehicles [3] Group 2: Economic Impact and Supply Chain - Green consumption is identified as a critical force for economic structural transformation and the cultivation of new growth points, with significant reductions in logistics costs and carbon emissions through the implementation of green supply chains [4] - The standardization rate of pallets has reached 37.8%, with an estimated saving of 250 million disposable pallets, equivalent to protecting 50 million trees and reducing carbon emissions by over 2 million tons [4] - The use of environmentally friendly alternatives has increased by 26.31% in the first half of 2025, reflecting positive outcomes in reducing single-use plastic products [4] Group 3: Waste Management and Circular Economy - The construction of "waste-free cities" is being promoted, aiming to transform waste materials from a societal burden into urban resources, with plans to support around 200 cities in this initiative during the 14th Five-Year Plan period [5] - Efforts will be made to enhance the construction of sorting centers for waste disposal, encouraging local governments to provide policy support for these developments [5] Group 4: Multi-Stakeholder Participation - Promoting green consumption requires the participation of multiple stakeholders, including government, enterprises, and consumers, to form a collaborative effort [6] - The government plans to update national standards and support domestic participation in international standardization activities in the green sector [6] - There will be a focus on enforcing regulations against violations in the areas of green products, energy efficiency labeling, and food waste [6]
持续激发绿色消费潜力 多部门详解新举措
Xin Hua Wang·2026-01-06 12:45