The Chinese mainland is stepping up its game with the 2025 National Energy Efficiency Promotion Week (June 23 to 29) and the National Low-Carbon Day on June 25. These events spotlight a bold commitment to energy efficiency and low-emission development, paving the way for a greener future. 🌱✨
At the heart of this transformation lie natural ecosystems – forests, grasslands, and wetlands – that act as vast carbon banks. They work like nature’s secret power-ups, absorbing CO2 and helping push for low-carbon growth.
In 2022, the National Forestry and Grassland Administration launched 18 pilot cities and counties for forestry carbon sinks, alongside 21 state-owned forest carbon-sink demonstration sites. These projects are creating innovative pathways for high-quality carbon-sink development.
A 2024 survey shows that the Chinese mainland’s forests and grasslands absorb over 1.2 billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent per year – a global record that underscores the power of nature in our fight against climate change.
Adding a modern twist, mega-projects like the west-to-east power transmission are shifting renewable energy from regions rich in natural resources to high-demand urban centers. This not only boosts overall energy efficiency but also cuts emissions, proving that technology and nature can be the ultimate dream team. ⚡🌿
In essence, these dynamic efforts are forging deep integration between ecosystem protection and low-carbon growth. The result? A future where innovative policies and natural solutions come together to create a sustainable, eco-friendly world.
Reference(s):
Greening China: Nature drives energy efficiency, low-carbon growth
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