The EU's ambassador to China, Jorge Toledo, has called for an end to coal-fired power plant approvals, as China continues to expand its coal capacity despite ambitions for greener energy. With significant coal approvals in 2024, experts question China's commitment to integrating renewables. Although China leads globally in solar and wind energy, the increased domestic coal construction draws attention to a conflicting energy strategy. Toledo insists China can achieve energy security while reducing its coal reliance, pressing for a transition that aligns with environmental commitments and enhances grid integration of renewable sources.
Toledo lamented the increase in China's coal approvals, indicating a contradiction between Beijing's green ambitions and its rapid construction of coal-fired power plants.
The report highlighted China's dominance in global coal power construction, showing a significant increase in approvals and project starts despite its renewable energy leadership.
Experts emphasize the conflict in China's energy strategy as it pushes forward with renewables while simultaneously expanding coal capacity, posing challenges for emissions targets.
Toledo urged China to quit coal, stating it can secure energy without fossil fuels, expressing concern over the slowdown of renewable integration into the power grid.
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