Green Powerhouse China Is Still Addicted to Coal
Summary
China continues to build coal power projects overseas, even as it reduces reliance on coal within its borders. A new report shows a rise in Chinese-backed coal projects abroad, with ongoing construction despite earlier pledges to halt new developments. The report also highlights China's efforts to cut carbon emissions and its significant role in global green energy.Key Facts
- China is the world's largest emitter of carbon emissions, making up over 30% of global emissions in the past year.
- Despite pledges, Chinese-funded overseas coal projects have increased by 4.1 gigawatts (GW) in capacity compared to last year.
- China pledged in 2020 to peak carbon emissions before 2030 and become carbon neutral by 2060.
- Since that pledge, 59.3 GW worth of overseas coal projects have been canceled, preventing the emission of an estimated 6.1 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide.
- As of July 2025, planned overseas coal projects were down 37% compared to 2024.
- China continues to build new coal plants domestically, with 94.5 GW of new capacity launched last year, the highest since 2015.
- Some experts believe China will meet its 2030 emissions goals, with fossil fuel use expected to peak by 2028.
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