China has made significant progress in addressing climate change and gradually paving the way for environmentally friendly development, according to the country’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment.

Li Gao, vice-minister of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment, shared the information at a press conference, highlighting the country’s achievements in reducing carbon emissions and expanding renewable energy.

According to the report, China’s carbon dioxide emissions per unit of gross domestic product (GDP) fell by 17.7 per cent in 2025 compared with 2020.

Renewable energy accounted for 21.7 per cent of the country’s total energy consumption last year, while the combined installed capacity of wind and solar power reached 1.84 billion kilowatts.

In addition, China’s forest stock volume reached 20.99 billion cubic metres in 2025, the report said.

Outlining future plans, Li Gao said China would further promote environmentally friendly development in key sectors, including energy, industry, transportation, and urban and rural construction.

The country also plans to expand the scope of its national carbon market as part of its broader efforts to reduce emissions and promote green development.

These initiatives are aimed at lowering carbon emissions, increasing the use of renewable energy and supporting China’s long-term transition towards a more environmentally sustainable economy.