Sustainable development in China: the pathway of decarbonizing the energy mix

Abstract

ABSTRACT China is currently the largest emitter of greenhouse gases, reflecting the country’s energy sector and its dependence on fossil fuels. However, the model of economic growth supported by polluting energy is no longer sustainable, which leads to pressure for changes in favor of greener energy, in a way to meet the interests of the country’s new development strategy, in addition to ensuring energy security. In face of this framework, this article analyzes the ongoing process of decarbonization of the Chinese energy mix, concluding that efforts for energy transition in the country already reflect advances in renewable energy sectors, and converge with the goals of modernizing the economy.

Keywords

• China
• sustainable development
• energy mix