Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the achievements and developments in China's energy sector during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, highlighting the significant growth in energy consumption, production, and renewable energy infrastructure. Group 1: Energy Consumption and Production - During the "14th Five-Year Plan," China's new electricity consumption is expected to exceed the annual electricity consumption of the European Union [5] - By 2024, China's total electricity generation is projected to surpass 10 trillion kilowatt-hours, accounting for one-third of global electricity generation [7] - The energy production during this period is estimated to reach approximately 5 billion tons of standard coal, representing a significant portion of global energy production [8] Group 2: Infrastructure Development - The energy infrastructure network has become more comprehensive, connecting eastern and western regions and facilitating energy transfer through major projects like "West-East Electricity Transmission" and "North Coal South Transport" [12] - As of July 2023, the number of charging infrastructure units in China reached 16.696 million, ten times the number at the end of the "13th Five-Year Plan," making it the largest in the world [15] Group 3: Renewable Energy Growth - The share of renewable energy generation capacity is expected to increase from 40% to around 60% during the "14th Five-Year Plan" [18] - Wind and solar power installations are projected to grow significantly, with annual additions of 10 million kilowatts and 20 million kilowatts, respectively, showcasing unprecedented development speed [18] - The number of new energy patents in China accounts for over 40% of the global total, indicating strong innovation in the sector [19] Group 4: Environmental Impact - China's exports of wind and solar products have contributed to a reduction of approximately 4.1 billion tons of carbon emissions in other countries [24]
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国家能源局·2025-08-27 03:06