ETS could cut 30-60% of China’s emissions over time, report finds

Published 07:28 on August 17, 2021  /  Last updated at 09:11 on August 17, 2021  / Jiefei Liu /  Asia Pacific, China

China’s national emissions trading scheme could drive reductions of 30-60% of the nation’s current CO2 output by 2060, though is unlikely to have much impact in the near term, according to a report released Tuesday.
China’s national emissions trading scheme could drive reductions of 30-60% of the nation’s current CO2 output by 2060, though is unlikely to have much impact in the near term, according to a report released Tuesday.


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