China's pursuit of green development is not only crucial for the nation's future but also essential for global ecological security and sustainable economic growth. Since its 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC), China has been transforming its economic growth model, championing ecological civilization, and fostering a resource-conserving, environmentally friendly society. This transformation is guided by the natural laws governing resource and environmental capacity, with sustainable development as its core objective.
A shining example of China's green and low-carbon energy transition is the booming new energy sector. For a long time, Chinese consumers preferred \"big brand\" gasoline cars as their top choice for vehicle purchases. Electric vehicles were a rare sight in city traffic due to \"range anxiety.\" However, as China advanced its ecological initiatives, numerous green industries flourished, with new energy vehicles (NEVs) leading the charge.
Driving NEVs has become a consumption trend among China's younger generation. To them, NEVs, featuring zero-gravity seats and high-tech intelligent voice interaction, are not just means of transportation but also spaces to relax and enjoy an emission-free journey. According to the China Automobile Dealers Association, the retail penetration rate of China's new energy passenger vehicles exceeded 50 percent in the first half of April this year, surpassing that of fuel vehicles for the first time.
The popularity of NEVs is just one facet of China's green boom. The country is efficiently converting natural resources into green energy. In the Gobi Desert, endless stretches of photovoltaic panels extend into the horizon; on mountains and at sea, wind turbines spin serenely. In urban and rural areas, solar panels adorn rooftops and balconies, and LED streetlights powered by both wind and solar energy line the roads.
Green technologies, spearheaded by new energy sources, have become the norm in Chinese society. They drive the establishment of clean, efficient, and green production methods, facilitating the upgrade of digital, intensive, and low-carbon infrastructure. China is building a massive new green development capability in areas such as green energy, transportation, and construction.
As China continues to prioritize sustainable growth, its initiatives not only benefit the environment but also inspire global efforts towards a greener and more sustainable future.
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