Energy Insider: China Unveils 2035 Climate Targets
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China unveils updated 2035 climate targets
China has announced a new set of climate goals for 2035, including expanding emissions reduction targets to cover all greenhouse gases across its entire economy and scaling up renewable energy capacity. The new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) were unveiled by President Xi Jinping via a live video message at the United Nations Climate Change Conference on Wednesday. The targets include committing the world’s largest emitter to cutting economy-wide net greenhouse gas emissions by 7% to 10% from peak levels by 2035 and boosting the share of non-fossil fuels in total energy consumption to over 30%.
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- China set 2035 climate targets to cut net greenhouse gas emissions by 7–10% from peak and raise non-fossil fuels to over 30% of energy use.
- China launched the world’s largest coal-power carbon capture project and surpassed a 28% electrification rate, targeting over 35% by 2030.
- Dongfeng expands cooperation with Huawei in smart vehicles; China opened its first green-powered heavy-haul railway and reported slight energy price fluctuations.
- China Huaneng Group
- China Huaneng Group launched the world's largest carbon capture demonstration project for a coal-fired power plant. Located at the Huaneng Zhengning power plant in Gansu province, this facility, which began operations on September 25, is designed to capture 1.5 million tons of carbon dioxide annually, using entirely domestically produced technology.
- Dongfeng Motor Group Co. Ltd.
- Dongfeng Motor Group Co. Ltd. is deepening its collaboration with Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd. The state-owned automaker seeks comprehensive cooperation with Huawei across corporate management, product design, smart technologies, and marketing. Several Dongfeng brands already use Huawei's systems in their vehicles.
- Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
- Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd. is deepening its collaboration with Dongfeng Motor Group Co. Ltd. to gain an edge in the smart vehicle market. This partnership will involve comprehensive cooperation in corporate management, product design, smart technologies, and marketing. Several Dongfeng brands already use Huawei's in-vehicle systems.
- China Energy Investment Corp.
- China Energy Investment Corp. has launched the country's first green power system for heavy-haul electric trains. This demonstration project integrates solar energy, battery storage, and grid systems to reduce the carbon footprint of this energy-intensive transportation sector.
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