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Q&A: What is in China’s new five-year plan for climate change?
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China has released its 15th five-year climate plan, outlining steps to address climate change nationally. The dedicated plan covers key targets and policies for reducing emissions, improving energy efficiency, and transitioning toward cleaner energy sources, continuing China's broader efforts to meet its climate commitments while balancing ongoing economic development priorities.
Q&A: Does the world need ‘carbon capture and storage’ to reach net-zero?
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) involves capturing CO2 from industrial sources or the atmosphere and storing it permanently, usually underground. Most climate models suggest CCS will be needed to reach net-zero, particularly for hard-to-decarbonise industries like steel and cement. However, CCS remains expensive, energy-intensive, and unproven at large scale, leading some experts to question whether investment would be better spent on renewable energy alternatives.
Q&A: What does China’s 15th ‘five-year plan’ for renewables mean for climate change?
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China's 15th five-year renewable energy plan sets targets and policies for expanding clean power through 2030. It aims to accelerate solar, wind, and other renewable deployment, reinforcing China's role as the world's largest clean energy market. Analysts say the plan could significantly cut emissions and influence global climate goals, though implementation and grid integration challenges remain key concerns for whether targets translate into real-world impact.