China's Climate Pledge and Challenges

China has pledged to peak carbon emissions by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060. This commitment requires unprecedented domestic climate actions due to China's size and global impact. Despite being the largest CO2 emitter, China is also a leader in clean energy deployment. Challenges include economic growth driven by fossil fuels and the need for structural economic transformation. China is implementing strategies like phasing out coal, increasing electrification, and investing in renewable energy to meet its goals. The transition is complex but crucial for global climate efforts.

What are the key climate goals announced by China's leader Xi Jinping?

• To reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030

• To achieve carbon neutrality by 2040

• To peak carbon emissions by 2025 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050

• To peak carbon emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality before 2060

Why are China's climate commitments significant on a global scale?

• Because China has no emissions

• Because of China's large size and rapid economic growth

• Because China is the largest economy in the world

• Because China has the smallest population in the world

What has primarily driven China's high carbon emissions?

• Renewable energy sources

• Hydroelectric power

• Nuclear energy

• Fossil fuels

Which initiative did China launch in July 2021 to address carbon emissions?

• A new renewable energy policy

• A global carbon tax

• The world's largest emissions-trading scheme

• A ban on all fossil fuels

What is one of the main challenges China faces in achieving its climate goals?

• Lack of international support

• Short time span to peak emissions

• Lack of technology

• Insufficient natural resources

What dual challenge does China face in its climate efforts?

• Balancing trade and environmental policies

• Balancing economic growth with emission reduction

• Managing population growth and urbanization

• Competing with other countries in technology

What strategy is China using to phase out coal consumption?

• Building more coal plants

• Increasing coal imports

• Reducing coal prices

• Starting from the 15th Five-Year period

By what year does China aim to meet 79% of its final energy consumption with electricity?

• 2060

• 2050

• 2040

• 2030

What action did China take in June 2021 to reduce emissions?

• Banned all fossil fuel vehicles

• Increased coal production

• Clamped down on cryptocurrency mining

• Stopped all industrial activities

What is the term used for industries with high energy consumption and emissions in China?

• Green industries

• Liang gao industries

• Low-carbon industries

• Renewable industries