Core Points - China announced a new round of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) at the UN Climate Change Summit, aiming for a 7%-10% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035, with non-fossil energy consumption exceeding 30% of total energy consumption [1][3] - The national carbon market has been operational for over four years, covering more than 2,200 key emission units in the power sector, making it the largest carbon market globally [3][4] - The carbon market's trading volume reached nearly 700 million tons with a transaction value of approximately 48 billion RMB by the end of August 2024, marking a record high since its inception [4][6] Carbon Market Development - The carbon market has seen significant growth, with a 44% increase in daily average transaction volume in 2024 compared to the previous compliance cycle, and a total transaction value of 18 billion RMB [6][4] - The market aims to expand its coverage to include major industrial sectors by 2027, with a focus on implementing total quota control for stable emission sectors [6][7] - New industries, including steel, cement, and aluminum smelting, will be included in the carbon market by 2025, increasing the controlled greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 3 billion tons [10][9] Future Expectations - The Chinese government plans to enhance the carbon market's mechanisms and expand its coverage to additional sectors such as aviation, petrochemicals, and paper manufacturing [9][10] - There is an emphasis on international cooperation and the establishment of cross-border carbon trading systems, with expectations for the upcoming COP30 to facilitate global climate governance [13][15] - The carbon market is seen as a critical tool for achieving carbon neutrality and is expected to play a significant role in the global carbon pricing landscape [6][14]