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China Expands Clean Energy Plan
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Executive Summary
China's draft 2026-30 plan expands clean energy and hydrogen while revising carbon metrics and leaving coal limits undefined
- China's draft 15th Five-Year Plan covers 2026-30 and backs clean energy industries
- It sets a 17 percent cut in carbon intensity over the period using revised methodology
- The plan supports solar, wind, hydro, nuclear, EVs, hydrogen and energy storage
- Offshore wind is targeted at 100 GW and nuclear at 110 GW by 2030
- It calls for cross-regional power corridors and ultra-high-voltage lines to move electricity east and south
- The draft omits an absolute emissions cap and firm coal or oil peaking years
- Related policies include a low-carbon transition fund and a five-region green hydrogen pilot
Quick Facts
- What: Draft five-year plan expands clean energy and revises carbon metrics
- Where: Across China with power corridors from west to east
- Why: To speed green transition while maintaining energy security
- Who: Chinese authorities and policy planners
- When: 2026 through 2030 under the 15th plan
Coverage Timeline: 22 Days
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