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China targets 17% cut in carbon intensity over next five years

Published 06:26 on March 5, 2026 / Last updated at 06:26 on March 5, 2026 / / Asia Pacific (Asia, Compliance Markets & Taxes), Net Zero Transition (Industrial Decarbonisation, Power/Electrification)

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China is targeting a total 17% cut in its emissions per unit of GDP in the current five-year period (2026-30), according to a government work report submitted Thursday to the country's top legislature for deliberation.
China is targeting a total 17% cut in its emissions per unit of GDP in the current five-year period (2026-30), according to a government work report submitted Thursday to the country's top legislature for deliberation.


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