China demonstrated a vigorous commitment to coal power in the first half of 2024, launching over 41GW of new capacity and indicating a primary role in global coal construction.
Despite the surge in new coal power construction, permits issued for future coal plants have drastically decreased by 83%, raising hopes that a transition may be occurring.
The report reflects a notable shift as China's renewable energy sector has advanced significantly, adding renewable generation capacity equivalent to the UK’s total electricity production in 2023.
Qi Qin emphasized the importance of clean energy advancements, asserting that these enable the government to pursue more aggressive targets for coal generation reduction and emissions.
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