China to Advance Energy Conservation, Carbon Reduction

China is committed to advancing high-standard, high-quality energy conservation and carbon reduction, according to a guideline jointly issued by the General Office of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and the General Office of the State Council.

Identifying five key areas for driving energy conservation and carbon reduction, the guideline underscores that efforts shall be integrated into all aspects and the entire process of economic and social development.

In the energy green transition, the document proposes strict control over fossil fuel consumption and refined management of the installed capacity and power output of coal-fired power units.

Unreasonable growth of energy consumption will be curbed, non-fossil energy and new energy storage sectors scaled up, and the development of new power systems accelerated. Innovative business models including direct green power access and smart microgrids will be encouraged to boost green electricity consumption.

Technological innovation is the core pillar for advancing energy conservation and carbon reduction.

The guideline backs the application of digital, intelligent and green technologies to upgrade traditional industries. It also calls for accelerated growth of advanced manufacturing, high-tech industries and modern service industries, alongside cultivation of green and low-carbon sectors.

In addition, it highlights greater technological innovation and wider application of high-efficiency, energy-saving equipment.

Priority will be given to popularizing advanced, applicable facilities such as high-efficiency boilers, permanent magnet motors, high-performance refrigeration systems, green lighting equipment and high-temperature heat pumps.

The development of green transportation infrastructure will be stepped up, as well as smart facilities and equipment at transportation hubs and expressways. Energy-saving and low-carbon transport vehicles, electric and hydrogen heavy-duty trucks, and green-fueled vessels will be promoted.

The green transformation of digital infrastructure is a major focus. The guideline pushes forward energy-saving and low-carbon retrofits for computing power facilities, communication base stations, data centers and other infrastructure, supporting the development of green, low-carbon, intensive and recyclable computing facilities.

International dialogue and practical cooperation on energy conservation and carbon reduction will be deepened, and bilateral and multilateral technical collaboration strengthened. The plan also includes learning from global advanced practices.

Source: Science and Technology Daily