文章强调，建设美丽中国是全面建设社会主义现代化国家的重要目标，必须坚持和加强党的全面领 导。各地区各部门要不断增强责任感、使命感，不折不扣贯彻落实党中央决策部署。要继续发挥中央生 态环境保护督察利剑作用。 文章指出，我国经济社会发展已进入加快绿色化、低碳化的高质量发展阶段，生态文明建设仍然处 于压力叠加、负重前行的关键期。新征程继续推进生态文明建设需要处理好几个重大关系。一是高质量 发展和高水平保护的关系。要站在人与自然和谐共生的高度谋划发展，通过高水平保护，不断塑造发展 的新动能、新优势，持续增强发展的潜力和后劲。二是重点攻坚和协同治理的关系。要坚持系统观念， 抓住主要矛盾和矛盾的主要方面，对突出生态环境问题采取有力措施，同时强化目标协同、多污染物控 制协同、部门协同、区域协同、政策协同，不断增强各项工作的系统性、整体性、协同性。三是自然恢 复和人工修复的关系。要把自然恢复和人工修复有机统一起来，因地因时制宜、分区分类施策，努力找 到生态保护修复的最佳解决方案。四是外部约束和内生动力的关系。要激发起全社会共同呵护生态环境 的内生动力，始终坚持用最严格制度最严密法治保护生态环境，保持常态化外部压力。五是"双碳 ...

Core Viewpoint - The speech by Xi Jinping emphasizes the historical and transformative achievements in ecological civilization construction since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, marking a significant shift from reactive to proactive environmental governance [1][2]. Group 1: Ecological Civilization Construction - The construction of ecological civilization is recognized as a fundamental strategy for the sustainable development of the Chinese nation, with unprecedented determination, strength, and effectiveness [1]. - The transition from focusing on key remediation to systematic governance and from being a participant in global environmental governance to a leader is highlighted as a major change [1]. Group 2: Key Relationships in Ecological Development - The relationship between high-quality development and high-level protection must be balanced, promoting development through high-level environmental protection [2]. - Emphasis on the need for coordinated governance to address prominent ecological issues while enhancing systemic, overall, and collaborative efforts [2]. - The integration of natural recovery and artificial restoration is essential, with tailored strategies based on local conditions [2]. - The importance of internal motivation for ecological protection alongside external pressures is stressed, advocating for strict legal frameworks [2]. - The commitment to carbon neutrality ("dual carbon" goals) is firm, but the methods to achieve these goals should be determined independently [2]. Group 3: Strategies for Ecological Modernization - Continuous efforts in pollution prevention and control are necessary, focusing on precise, scientific, and legal approaches to improve environmental quality [3]. - Accelerating the transition to green and low-carbon development is crucial for addressing ecological issues and fostering high-quality growth [3]. - Enhancing the diversity, stability, and sustainability of ecosystems is vital for national ecological security and future generations [3]. - The principles of nationwide coordination and risk prevention are essential for achieving carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals [3]. - A robust safety net for building a beautiful China must be established to safeguard the natural environment [3]. - A comprehensive support system for the construction of a beautiful China should be developed, integrating resources and efforts across various sectors [3]. Group 4: Leadership and Responsibility - Building a beautiful China is a key goal in the comprehensive modernization of the socialist state, requiring strong leadership from the Party [4]. - All regions and departments must enhance their sense of responsibility and mission to implement the decisions of the Central Committee effectively [4].

Core Viewpoint - The conference on ecological environment protection emphasizes the importance of ecological civilization in achieving sustainable development and outlines the significant achievements and future directions for ecological protection in China [2][4][10]. Achievements in Ecological Civilization - Since the 18th National Congress, China has made unprecedented progress in ecological civilization, addressing major environmental issues and improving ecological governance [4][5]. - The proportion of good quality surface water in the country has reached 87.9%, and the average concentration of PM 2.5 in key cities has decreased by 57% [9]. - China has become the fastest country in the world to improve air quality, with a historic PM 2.5 level of 29 micrograms per cubic meter [9]. Future Directions for Ecological Protection - The next five years are crucial for building a beautiful China, focusing on improving urban and rural living environments and achieving significant results in ecological construction [22]. - The government aims to continue the pollution prevention and control campaign, emphasizing precise, scientific, and legal measures to improve environmental quality [23][25][26]. Key Relationships in Ecological Civilization - The relationship between high-quality development and high-level protection is critical, with a focus on integrating ecological protection into all aspects of economic and social development [12][13]. - Emphasis on collaborative governance and addressing major ecological issues through coordinated efforts across various sectors and regions [14][15]. - The balance between natural recovery and artificial restoration is essential, advocating for a primary reliance on natural recovery while recognizing the need for human intervention in severely damaged ecosystems [18]. Carbon Neutrality Goals - The commitment to peak carbon emissions and achieve carbon neutrality is a strategic decision, with a focus on self-directed actions rather than external pressures [20][21]. - The government plans to implement a step-by-step approach to carbon reduction, ensuring energy security while promoting green and low-carbon development [34][35]. Strengthening Ecological Protection - The establishment of a comprehensive ecological protection system is necessary, including strict legal frameworks and enhanced monitoring and enforcement mechanisms [37][39]. - The promotion of green finance and market mechanisms to support ecological protection and restoration efforts [38]. Leadership in Ecological Civilization - The importance of strong leadership and accountability at all levels of government in advancing ecological civilization and environmental protection initiatives [40][41][42].

在全国生态环境保护大会上的讲话 （2023年7月17日） 习近平 这次全国生态环境保护大会是党中央决定召开的一次十分重要的会议。会议的主要任务是：全面贯彻党的二十大 精神和新时代中国特色社会主义生态文明思想，总结新时代生态文明建设成就，分析当前面临的新形势新要求， 对新征程加强生态环境保护、全面推进美丽中国建设作出部署，加快推进人与自然和谐共生的现代化。下面，我 讲几点意见。 一、新时代生态文明建设取得举世瞩目的巨大成就 党的十八大以来，我们把生态文明建设作为关系中华民族永续发展的根本大计，开展了一系列开创性工作，决心 之大、力度之大、成效之大前所未有，生态文明建设从理论到实践都发生了历史性、转折性、全局性变化，美丽 2023年7月17日至18日，全国生态环境保护大会在北京召开。中共中央总书记、国家主席、中央军委主席 习近平出席会议并发表重要讲话。 新华社记者 饶爱民/摄 中国建设迈出重大步伐。 我们从解决突出生态环境问题入手，注重点面结合、标本兼治，实现由重点整治到系统治理的重大转变。面对资 源环境约束趋紧、生态系统退化、环境污染严重等"国土之殇、民生之痛"，我们以猛药祛疴、重典治乱的坚强决 心和有力举措， ...

Core Viewpoint - The Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) Hebei Branch is actively promoting green development through green finance, aiming to support the economic and social development of Hebei Province and contribute to the construction of a beautiful Hebei [1][7]. Group 1: Green Loan Initiatives - As of June 30, 2025, the green loan balance of ICBC Hebei Branch reached 174 billion yuan, an increase of 30.3 billion yuan from the beginning of the year, with a growth rate 12 percentage points higher than the overall loan growth [1]. - In Xiong'an, the green loan balance reached 33.3 billion yuan, leading the industry and demonstrating the branch's commitment to green finance [2][3]. Group 2: Innovative Financial Products - The branch has introduced various innovative financial products, including the "Xiong'an Development Loan" and "Meteorological Assistance Loan," to support green projects and enhance agricultural resilience against natural disasters [4][3]. - ICBC Hebei Branch has provided a total of 16.9 billion yuan in loans for green building projects, including zero-carbon buildings and ecological restoration projects [3][4]. Group 3: Support for Renewable Energy Projects - The branch has established a "Carbon Peak and Carbon Neutrality" special loan and low-carbon transition fund, financing 16.3 billion yuan for 32 environmentally friendly enterprises [4]. - As a joint lead underwriter for green bonds, the branch successfully completed the issuance of 450 million yuan in green perpetual bonds, with all funds allocated to clean energy projects [4]. Group 4: Commitment to Sustainable Practices - ICBC Hebei Branch is implementing ten special actions to reduce its operational carbon footprint, including energy efficiency improvements and promoting green office practices [6]. - The establishment of the first green low-carbon bank outlet in Xiong'an reflects the branch's commitment to sustainable banking practices and community engagement [6].

Core Viewpoint - The development of the green low-carbon industry in Guangdong is crucial for achieving carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals, and it serves as a new driving force for high-quality development in the province, with significant strategic importance and market potential [2][3][4]. Group 1: Industry Scale and Achievements - The total output value of the new energy industry in Guangdong is projected to reach 1.1 trillion yuan in 2024 [14]. - Guangdong has created 400 national-level green factories and established the country's first 1 million-ton hydrogen-based vertical furnace project [10][9]. - The total area of green buildings in the province has exceeded 1 billion square meters, with over 95% of new buildings being green [11]. Group 2: Renewable Energy Development - Guangdong has developed a complete industrial chain for offshore wind power, with an installed capacity exceeding 12 million kilowatts, ranking first in the country [13]. - The province's nuclear power installed capacity is also the highest in the nation [13]. - The new energy sector includes offshore wind power, new energy storage, photovoltaics, and hydrogen energy [14]. Group 3: Electric Vehicle and Battery Industry - The automotive industry in Guangdong is expected to achieve revenue exceeding 1.28 trillion yuan in 2024 [16]. - The province is nurturing globally competitive companies in electric and intelligent vehicles, including BYD, GAC Group, and Xpeng Motors, as well as battery manufacturers like Yiwei Lithium Energy and Xinwanda [17][19]. Group 4: Energy Storage and Recycling - The revenue of the new energy storage industry in Guangdong is projected to be around 400 billion yuan in 2024, with an installed capacity of 3.5 million kilowatts, a year-on-year increase of 114% [21]. - The province's energy-saving and recycling technology and service industry accounts for about 10% of the national scale, with several companies recognized in the top 50 environmental enterprises in China [22][24]. Group 5: Future Development Strategies - Guangdong aims to leverage the opportunity to build a world-class green low-carbon industrial cluster in the Greater Bay Area, enhancing its development capabilities and promoting a comprehensive green transformation of the economy and society [29][31]. - The province plans to improve the policy framework for green low-carbon industry development and focus on high-growth and strategic industries [32][34]. - There will be an emphasis on technological innovation and demonstration applications in the green low-carbon sector [35][36].

Core Viewpoint - Energy conservation and efficiency enhancement have become strategic choices for sustainable economic development and the future of humanity, rather than mere environmental initiatives [1] Group 1: Energy Consumption and Challenges - In 2024, China's primary energy consumption reached 5.96 billion tons of standard coal, with oil and natural gas import rates exceeding 70% and 40% respectively, indicating increasing energy security risks [2] - Energy consumption intensity in China decreased by 3.8% year-on-year in 2024, with a cumulative reduction of 11.6% over the first four years of the 14th Five-Year Plan [2] - The focus on energy conservation and efficiency is essential for alleviating energy supply pressure, reducing carbon emissions, and promoting industrial upgrades [2] Group 2: Policy Initiatives and Economic Impact - In 2024, a new round of large-scale equipment updates and consumer product exchanges was initiated, with the aim of enhancing standards for technology, energy consumption, and emissions [3] - The "Two New" policy, which includes subsidies for various household appliances and digital products, is expected to accelerate the green transformation of society [3][4] - By May 31, 2025, the consumer product exchange program generated sales of 1.1 trillion yuan, with approximately 1.75 billion subsidies distributed to consumers [3] Group 3: Investment and Industrial Upgrades - Equipment investment grew by 15.7% in 2024, contributing 2.2 percentage points to overall investment growth [4] - The manufacturing sectors related to the "Two New" policy saw significant growth, with the equipment manufacturing industry's added value increasing by 7.7% in 2024 [4] - New technologies and equipment are rapidly replacing traditional equipment, with notable growth in sectors such as new energy vehicles and solar cells [4] Group 4: Environmental Impact and Future Outlook - The "Two New" policy is projected to save approximately 28 million tons of standard coal and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by about 73 million tons in 2024 [5] - The transition from energy consumption control to carbon emission control is set to occur during the 14th Five-Year Plan, with a target to peak carbon emissions before 2030 [6] - The vision for the future includes transforming factories into resource-recycling "green gardens" and cities into eco-friendly habitats, promoting a lifestyle of simplicity and low carbon [6]

Core Insights - The Beijing Green Exchange hosted the 2025 Participant Conference with over 200 representatives from the voluntary carbon market in attendance [1] - The Chairman of the Beijing Green Exchange emphasized the importance of diverse services to promote green and low-carbon development, aligning with national carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals [1] - The conference featured discussions on the potential and development paths of the voluntary carbon market, climate governance trends, CCUS technology innovations, and carbon reduction practices in waste-to-energy projects [1][2] Group 1 - The Beijing Green Exchange is committed to providing diversified services to support the national carbon neutrality objectives [1] - The China Postal Savings Bank's Beijing branch showcased its innovative practices in green finance across five dimensions, highlighting its role in promoting high-quality green finance development [1] - Key speakers at the conference included experts from various sectors discussing the evolution of global climate governance and the application prospects of RWA technology in carbon credit [1] Group 2 - A roundtable discussion focused on the opportunities and challenges in the voluntary carbon market, sharing experiences from companies participating in carbon market transactions [2] - The conference also recognized 18 outstanding participants for their contributions, awarding them in categories such as Best Trading Award and Best Service Award [2] - Discussions included the role of green finance in supporting the development of green industries and future directions for green technology innovation [2]

Core Viewpoint - The Central Securities Depository Company is actively promoting green finance initiatives to support the construction of a beautiful China, focusing on standardizing environmental benefit disclosures for green bonds [1][2]. Group 1: Green Bond Standards - The Central Securities Depository Company is leading the development of a financial industry standard for environmental benefit disclosure in green bonds, set to be officially released in December 2024, covering over 200 sub-projects and 40 environmental benefit indicators [2][3]. - The company has also published local standards for green financing in Shenzhen, contributing to the "Greater Bay Area Common Execution Standards" [2][3]. - Xiamen Bank has become the first to apply the new disclosure standard with its green financial bond, which is expected to achieve an annual carbon reduction of 3,288.77 tons [2]. Group 2: Data and Database Development - The Central Securities Depository Company has created the first database for displaying bond environmental benefit information, which will expand to include social responsibility and sustainable development bonds by June 2025 [4]. - As of June 2023, the database has identified over 10,000 GSS+ bonds with a total issuance scale exceeding 22 trillion yuan, covering more than 2,100 issuers [4][5]. - The database provides multi-dimensional environmental benefit data, supporting market tracking and research on theme bonds [5]. Group 3: Environmental Benefit Measurement Tools - The company has developed a measurement tool for assessing environmental benefits of green projects, covering 154 green industries and supporting 22 core environmental benefit indicators [6]. - The company plans to continue enhancing green standards and database construction to improve the quality and efficiency of green financial services [6].

Economic Performance of Yulin - Yulin's GDP for the first half of the year reached 348.74 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 5.4% [1] - The primary industry added value was 5.53 billion yuan, growing by 2.4%; the secondary industry added value was 253.52 billion yuan, increasing by 7.0%; the tertiary industry added value was 89.52 billion yuan, also growing by 2.4% [1] - In comparison to the previous year, Yulin's economic total experienced negative growth [1] Coal Industry Dependency - Yulin's economic trajectory is closely tied to coal market conditions, with a notable GDP decline in 2020 and a significant nominal growth of 33% in 2021 due to rising coal prices [2] - The coal market is currently under pressure, with coal prices hitting a five-year low and significant declines in prices for coking coal and coke [2] - Yulin's economy, heavily reliant on coal, faces challenges similar to other coal-dependent cities like Ordos and Shanxi, which also reported negative GDP growth [2] Industrial Transition Efforts - Yulin is actively pursuing industrial restructuring, focusing on emerging sectors such as hydrogen energy, modern coal chemical industry, and new energy equipment [2] - Despite these efforts, traditional industries remain dominant, making it difficult for new sectors to offset the downturn in traditional industries in the short term [2][3] - The local government acknowledges the challenges of transitioning to a low-carbon economy while managing price volatility in energy and commodities [3][4]