The dream of carbon-free development

Although a large number of people have benefited from the rapid economic and social development of the world, on the other hand, industrial and urban settlements have also severely damaged the natural environment. That is why the world today is facing severe problems of climate change. Rising temperatures, rapid melting of glaciers, flash floods caused by abnormal rainfall and many other environmental problems. The world agreed on the Paris Climate Agreement in 2015 to protect the environment, but this global agreement of the United States. Withdrawal from the Security Council has raised global concerns about the implementation and achievement of its goals. These countries play a key role in decision making. Second, these major countries also provide assistance to other international organizations, including the United Nations, and vulnerable countries to effectively implement environmental protection projects, including economic and social development.

Speaking of major world powers, Chinese President Xi Jinping recently announced in a speech to the UN General Assembly that China will pursue carbon-free development by 2060. This is the first time since the Paris climate agreement that Since China has set a definite goal in a timely manner. In the past, all the goals set by China for socio-economic development have been fully implemented, so the world is confident that carbon Sustainable development is not an impossible task for China either. A recent example of this is the National Climate Change National Plan 2014-2020 drawn up by China in 2014, which was completed in 2018, two years ahead of expectations. ۔ Under the plan, China has encouraged industries based on industrial infrastructure, energy saving and efficient use, and low carbon emissions.

As far as setting goals is concerned, unlike in the West, China has a tradition of setting realistic goals and making necessary changes in the light of circumstances over time. For the sake of protecting the environment, China is still a prosperous country. The world is also keen to learn from China on how China will ensure carbon-free development. According to the active "Climate Action Tracker", if China achieves this goal, the global warming level could decrease by 0.2 to 0.3 degrees Celsius.

The question is, how will China achieve this goal? To answer this question, let's take a look at some facts. China has recently taken concrete steps to reduce coal-based carbon emissions and has introduced the necessary reforms in the industrial infrastructure. Such sources for energy production Are being used that use minimal coal. Environmental standards have been raised in power plants. The country's coal sector is undergoing extensive reforms that have been extended from coal mines to power plants. China is committed to developing the country by 2030 in the light of the Paris Climate Agreement. Renewable energy capacity should be increased from 800 gigawatts to 1000 gigawatts, which is equivalent to the total electricity generation capacity in the United States. China has also introduced various policies to reduce dependence on coal at the domestic level. The Ministry of Environment has given special subsidies to more than three million families in the country's four northern and central provinces to replace coal-fired stoves with electric or gas heaters.

China is encouraging electric vehicles to reduce its carbon emissions. By the end of 2000, the number of electric vehicles in China had reached nearly four million, accounting for half of the world's electric vehicles. Similarly, the production of more than 500 models of vehicles that did not meet the stringent fuel standards has been stopped. Citizens across the country are concerned about energy conservation and environmental protection. Awareness has been raised in the country and various awareness programs are being organized in public places including buses, trains and shopping malls for the protection of the environment. Efforts are also being made to reduce carbon emissions through further promotion of tree planting. Has significantly expanded its forest cover since 2000, and it is worth noting that China's share of global forest growth has been 25 percent during this period. World Bank figures show That China has saved 58% of the world's energy over the past 20 years.

China has adhered to all important agreements on global environmental protection and its efforts towards transparent energy have been widely appreciated on other international platforms, including the United Nations. China strives for green and low-carbon development. Work with other countries to adhere to it and play a key role in protecting the planet