In the first half of 2025, China's carbon dioxide emissions decreased by 1%, primarily due to an increase in renewable energy use. The power sector saw a 3% drop in emissions, while coal-to-chemicals growth contributes to rising emissions in the chemicals industry.
China's carbon emissions fell in the first half of 2025, study shows
China's power sector emissions drop 3% due to renewable energy growth, but coal-to-chemicals industry still rising.
China races to build world's largest solar farm to meet emissions targets
China is making strides in renewable energy. A massive solar farm is being built on the Tibetan plateau. Carbon emissions saw a slight decrease in early 2025. This suggests a potential peak before the 2030 target.
Trump DOE extends life of Michigan coal plant over energy 'emergency'
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