In 2024, China experienced a 3.4 percent drop in carbon intensity, falling short of its 3.9 percent target. This shortfall raises concerns regarding China's ability to fulfill its pledge for carbon neutrality by 2060, a goal set by President Xi Jinping. As the world’s leading emitter, responsible for about 30 percent of global emissions, China’s efforts are critical to international climate objectives, especially following 2024's record high temperatures. Experts emphasize that carbon intensity metrics are key to understanding China’s decarbonization efforts, which significantly influence global climate change initiatives.
China's carbon intensity fell 3.4 percent in 2024, missing the official target of 3.9 percent, raising concerns about achieving carbon neutrality and impacting global climate efforts.
China's dual targets include reaching peak emissions before 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2060, but its current progress raises significant doubts about meeting these ambitious goals.
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