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China's Carbon Emissions Plateau Amid Surge in Renewables

11/17/2025

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People's Republic of China (PRC) reports carbon emissions plateaued in Q3 2025, flat despite 6.1% rise in electricity demand.
The plateau reflects a surge in renewable energy, including solar, wind, and hydro, that absorbed demand.
The government reaffirmed targets to peak emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060, including non-CO2 gases.
In coming months, observers will assess whether the plateau signals a lasting change in global emissions.

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People's Republic of China (PRC) reports carbon emissions plateaued in Q3 2025, flat despite 6.1% rise in electricity demand.
The plateau reflects a surge in renewable energy, including solar, wind, and hydro, that absorbed demand.
The government reaffirmed targets to peak emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060, including non-CO2 gases.
In coming months, observers will assess whether the plateau signals a lasting change in global emissions.