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China's Carbon Emissions Drop Amid Surge in Energy Demand

7/9/2025

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China's carbon emissions fell by 1.6% leading up to May 2025, even as energy demand surged. This positive change stems from robust investments in wind and solar energy, now powering over a quarter of the nation’s electricity. Yet, the journey to meet 2030 climate goals remains daunting, with coal still playing a significant role.

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China's carbon emissions fell by 1.6% leading up to May 2025, even as energy demand surged. This positive change stems from robust investments in wind and solar energy, now powering over a quarter of the nation’s electricity. Yet, the journey to meet 2030 climate goals remains daunting, with coal still playing a significant role.