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China’s Carbon Neutrality: Leading Global Climate Governance and Green Transformation

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  • Yongsheng ZHANG

    (Research Institute for Eco-Civilization, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, No. 27, Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100710, China)

  • Qingchen CHAO

    (National Climate Center, No. 46, Zhongguancun Nandajie, Haidian District, Beijing 100081, China)

  • Ying CHEN

    (Research Institute for Eco-Civilization, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, No. 27, Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100710, China)

  • Jianyu ZHANG

    (BRI Green Development Institute, No. 5, Houyingfang Hutong, Xicheng District, Beijing 100035, China)

  • Mou WANG

    (Research Institute for Eco-Civilization, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, No. 27, Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100710, China)

  • Ying ZHANG

    (Research Institute for Eco-Civilization, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, No. 27, Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100710, China)

  • Xiang YU

    (Research Institute for Eco-Civilization, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, No. 27, Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100710, China)

Abstract

China aims to peak carbon emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060. It is a strategic decision made after deliberate consideration by the Central Government. Such goals reflect China’s responsibility as a major country in responding to global climate change, its vision of the future world development, and its commitment to green transformation. After the 18th CPC National Congress, China has undergone a fundamental change in its development philosophy. Protecting the environment is no longer regarded as a burden upon economic growth, but as a driving force for high-quality development. Emissions reduction has also changed from a task inflicted upon local governments to a goal people identify with. More than 120 countries have proposed carbon neutrality targets in different ways by now. The global consensus on carbon neutrality marks the end of the traditional industrial era and the start of a new development era. The concept of carbon neutrality redefines and reshapes the entire development paradigm. It is a self-revolution of the mode of production and life. It not only poses an unprecedented challenge but also provides a strategic opportunity for China. China is likely to lead the world in future green transformation and global climate governance.

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  • Yongsheng ZHANG & Qingchen CHAO & Ying CHEN & Jianyu ZHANG & Mou WANG & Ying ZHANG & Xiang YU, 2021. "China’s Carbon Neutrality: Leading Global Climate Governance and Green Transformation," Chinese Journal of Urban and Environmental Studies (CJUES), World Scientific Publishing Co. Pte. Ltd., vol. 9(03), pages 1-22, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:wsi:cjuesx:v:09:y:2021:i:03:n:s2345748121500196
    DOI: 10.1142/S2345748121500196
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    1. Zeng, Qing-Hua & He, Ling-Yun, 2023. "Study on the synergistic effect of air pollution prevention and carbon emission reduction in the context of "dual carbon": Evidence from China's transport sector," Energy Policy, Elsevier, vol. 173(C).

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