By 2035, the Chinese mainland is setting its sights on a transformative shift: pure electric vehicles are poised to become the mainstream of new car sales. A joint circular by the Ministry of Transport and nine other departments charts a roadmap for aligning transport infrastructure with renewable energy, signaling a new era for green mobility.
Aligning Transport and Energy
The circular emphasizes integrating clean energy along railways, roads and ports, ensuring charging hubs tap into solar, wind and other renewables. This synergy aims to power EV fleets with green electricity, cutting emissions and bolstering energy security.
Beyond Cars: Trucks, Ships and Planes
It’s not just about passenger cars. The plan envisions large-scale deployment of new energy heavy-duty trucks, green and low-carbon vessels, and even new energy aircraft by 2035. Postal and express delivery services will also adopt cleaner vehicles, reducing the carbon footprint of logistics worldwide.
Funding the Green Shift
To fuel innovation and infrastructure upgrades, the Chinese mainland will leverage special local government bonds, green loans, green bonds and re-lending funds. This financial backing is designed to accelerate technology breakthroughs and ramp up charging networks across urban and rural regions.
Global Impact
As the world’s largest auto market, the Chinese mainland’s push for EV dominance could reshape global supply chains, drive down costs and spur further clean tech advancements. For young global citizens, entrepreneurs and changemakers, this milestone signals fresh opportunities in sustainable transport and renewable energy.
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