Summary
China has set a target to reduce its CO2 emissions by at least 30% by 2035 as part of its new climate commitments, which are crucial for meeting the global goals outlined in the Paris Agreement. This goal comes as China, the largest carbon emitter, prepares to submit its updated national climate plans to the UN by February 2025.
The Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) emphasizes that China’s emissions trajectory is vital for the global effort to limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Currently, China accounts for 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions and has been responsible for a significant portion of the increase in carbon dioxide emissions since the Paris Agreement was established in 2015. The proposed 30% reduction by 2035 would mark a significant shift, as China has only previously committed to peaking emissions before 2030. Key sectors such as electricity and industry, particularly steel production, will need to achieve substantial emissions reductions to meet this target. China’s advancements in renewable energy, where it has led global capacity additions, will play a crucial role in achieving these ambitious climate goals.
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