China Advances in Green and Low‑Carbon Energy Transition
China has achieved remarkable progress in its green and low‑carbon energy shift, driven by strong efforts to replace fossil fuels with renewable sources and to build a modern energy and power system, according to a new white paper.
Key Findings from the White Paper
The report, titled "Carbon Peaking and Carbon Neutrality: China's Plans and Solutions", was released on Saturday by the State Council Information Office. It highlights China’s position as the world leader in new energy development, in both scale and growth speed.
- The share of non‑fossil energy consumption rose from 16.0% in 2020 to 19.8% in 2024.
- By the end of August 2025, installed wind and solar capacity reached more than 1,690 GW—three times the 2020 level.
- Wind and solar now account for about 80% of the new power generation capacity added since 2020.
- China’s conventional hydropower capacity stands near 380 GW, with pumped‑storage hydropower at roughly 62.37 GW.
Official Statement
"China has achieved new energy development on the largest scale and at the fastest speed in the world," said the white paper issued by the State Council Information Office.
Outlook
These advances underline China's continuing commitment to achieving carbon peaking and long‑term carbon neutrality through rapid renewable energy expansion and system transformation.
Author’s Summary
China’s renewable energy sector is expanding faster than any other, showing measurable results in its journey toward a low‑carbon and sustainable energy future.