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The Impact of China's 2024 Coal Projects A Threat to Climate Goals

China's recent announcement of coal power projects with a combined capacity of 94.5 gigawatts has raised concerns about its ability to meet climate goals. The country's ambitious target to peak carbon emissions by 2030 and reach net zero by 2060 is now under scrutiny.

According to a joint report by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) and Global Energy Monitor (GEM), China's rapid growth in renewable energy has the potential to transform its power sector. However, this opportunity is being undermined by the simultaneous large-scale expansion of coal power.

While China added a record 356 gigawatts of wind and solar capacity in 2024, the surge in coal power threatens to solidify its role in the country's energy mix. The government's pledge to strictly control coal power projects and increase consumption before phasing it down by 2030 is not being met.

Notably, coal production has risen steadily over recent years, from 3.9 billion tons in 2020 to 4.8 billion tons in 2024. Without swift policy changes, China risks perpetuating a pattern of energy addition rather than transition, limiting the full potential of its clean energy boom.

On the positive side, new permits for coal power projects fell by 83 percent in the first half of 2024, suggesting that momentum is building towards a cleaner energy future. However, coal power surged in the latter months of 2024, indicating that it is still being prioritized over renewable sources in some regions.

The implications of China's 2024 coal projects are far-reaching and have significant consequences for its climate goals and plans to reach net zero by 2060. The country is set to announce details of its 15th Five-Year Plan and submit new emissions targets under the Paris Agreement in the coming months.

In conclusion, China's 2024 coal projects pose a threat to its climate goals and its transition to a low-carbon economy. It is essential for the government to implement policies that prioritize renewable energy sources and phase out coal power to meet its commitments under the Paris Agreement.

Key Takeaways

China has begun construction on coal power projects with a combined capacity of 94.5 gigawatts.
The country's rapid growth in renewable energy is being undermined by the simultaneous expansion of coal power.
Coal production has risen steadily from 3.9 billion tons in 2020 to 4.8 billion tons in 2024.
Without swift policy changes, China risks perpetuating a pattern of energy addition rather than transition.
The country is set to announce details of its 15th Five-Year Plan and submit new emissions targets under the Paris Agreement in the coming months.

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