7 de August de 2024 - zeumat
A recent report reveals that China has reached advanced levels of renewable energy utilisation comparable to international standards, demonstrating remarkable progress in sustainable energy.
According to Ye Xiaoning, senior engineer at State Grid Energy Research Institute , China is on par with developed countries such as Germany, with a utilisation rate of 97.6%, surpassing 95% for six consecutive years from 2018
China’s achievements in this area reflect its commitment to transforming its energy matrix and its global leadership in renewables. This progress has been driven by supportive policies and significant government investment.
In 2023, China’s renewable energy generation reached 1,469 billion kilowatt-hours, an increase of 23% year-on-year, accounting for 15.8% of the country’s total power generation. In several provinces, notably Qinghai and Gansu and Ningxia, renewable energy generation exceeds 20% of electricity consumption.
China has reached more than 1 billion kW of installed renewable energy capacity, accounting for 34% of the country’s total capacity. Wind and solar power installations lead the world, with 440 million kW and 610 million kW respectively, highlighting China’s position at the forefront of sustainable energy.
New installed capacity in 2023 was 290 million kW, constituting 79% of the country’s new generation capacity, with 22 provincial regions exceeding 30% of installed renewable energy capacity.
This growth not only drives investment in solar, wind and hydropower projects, but is also central to China’s goals of reaching peak carbon emissions by 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2060.
Lu Zongxiang, of Tsinghua University, stresses the importance of ensuring a reliable energy supply, especially with intermittent energy sources such as wind and solar. Investments in infrastructure, energy storage and grid improvements are crucial for China’s transition to a green economy.
With new policies focused on reducing emissions in coal-fired power plants, including green ammonia and biomass projects, China aims for a 20% reduction in emissions per unit of power generated, and a target of 50% by 2027.
These efforts not only highlight China’s leadership in renewable energy, but also have the potential to positively influence global energy markets, promoting greater international collaboration in the fight against climate change.
Written by Wenyang Zhong
Source: cctv.com
