China details climate progress in UNFCCC reports while highlighting its climate actions and efforts to tackle changing climate.
China has submitted two reports to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) secretariat, outlining its climate actions and achievements, as stated by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment.
The submissions, consisting of the first biennial transparency report on climate change and the fourth biennial update report, were made on schedule at the end of 2024.
These reports cover comprehensive data, including China’s national greenhouse gas inventory, progress on its nationally determined contributions, policy measures and their emission reduction impacts, climate change adaptation efforts, and financial and technological needs and support.
According to the reports, China’s carbon dioxide emissions per unit of GDP had dropped by over 50% by 2021 compared to 2005, with forest stock increasing by more than 6.49 billion cubic meters. By 2023, non-fossil fuels accounted for 17.9% of the country’s energy consumption, while by October 2024, the total installed capacity for wind and solar power reached 1.28 billion kilowatts.
The reports also highlighted that several key targets, including forest stock and wind and solar power capacity, have been met ahead of schedule.
Additionally, the reports evaluated the impacts of climate change on China’s natural ecosystems and socioeconomic development, outlining related losses and damages. The country also shared its strategies and experiences in addressing climate change.
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