This annual report, China’s Policies and Actions for Addressing Climate Change 2017, is issued to enable all parties to fully understand China's actions, policies and accomplishments in addressing climate change from 2016 onwards. The report is divided into seven parts, including climate change mitigation, climate change adaptation, local and industry action and social participation, planning and system construction, fundamental capacity building, enhanced international exchanges and cooperation, active involvement in global climate governance. Climate change is one of the greatest challenges of the 21st century, and the Chinese government has prioritized addressing it during the 13th Five-Year Plan (2016-2020). The Work Plan for Controlling Greenhouse Gas Emissions was formulated and implemented, with regional governments setting GHG targets, ministries enacting policies, and enterprises taking innovative actions. In 2016, China's carbon intensity dropped by 6.6% from 2015, and non-fossil energy sources rose to 13.3% of the total energy mix. Afforestation and climate adaptation efforts exceeded targets, and systems for addressing climate change improved. The carbon market construction is underway in an orderly manner and will be officially launched in 2017. China has also played a significant role in global climate governance, contributing to the swift conclusion and implementation of the Paris Agreement.
China · 2017-10-01