China has made impressive strides in environmental protection throughout 2023, according to Chinese Premier Li Qiang. Speaking at the second session of the 14th National People's Congress, Premier Li highlighted the nation's accelerated green transformation and the steady improvement of its ecological environment.
Over the past year, China intensified its efforts to prevent and control pollution, successfully reducing major pollutant emissions and enhancing the quality of surface and coastal waters. A key initiative, the \"Three-North Shelterbelt Forest Program,\" was comprehensively launched, contributing to reforestation and combating desertification.
In a historic milestone, China's installed capacity of renewable energy surpassed that of coal power for the first time, accounting for half of the additional global renewable capacity in 2023. This shift not only promotes sustainable growth but also aligns with global climate goals.
The report emphasized China's commitment to building a \"beautiful China\" with blue skies, clean water, and fertile soil. Additionally, the country actively participated in global climate governance, crafting policies to support green and low-carbon industries. Upgrading key industries to achieve ultra-low emissions and initiating the construction of carbon-peak pilot cities and industrial parks were also highlighted as significant achievements.
Premier Li's report underscores China's dedication to sustainable development and its pivotal role in addressing global environmental challenges.
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China sees steady improvement in ecological environment in 2023
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