China reduced its carbon dioxide emissions per 10,000 yuan of GDP by 5% year-on-year in 2025, according to official data released on February 28, 2026. This marks continued progress toward the nation's dual carbon goals of peaking emissions before 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2060.
The improvement reflects accelerated adoption of renewable energy and efficiency upgrades across manufacturing sectors. Analysts note this reduction outpaces the average annual 3.7% decline recorded during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), signaling strengthened climate action.
"This achievement demonstrates our balanced approach to economic development and ecological preservation," said a spokesperson from China's National Development and Reform Commission.
Key drivers include expanded wind and solar capacity – now accounting for 38% of total power generation – and rapid electrification of transportation, with electric vehicles representing 45% of new car sales in 2025.
