Carbon Neutrality with Chinese Characteristics
Having committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2060, China seemingly must pull off a miracle. But, on closer inspection, the target is well within striking distance, thanks to recent technological advances and the government's ability to impose its preferences on Chinese society.
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EVANSTON – China’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2060, now enshrined in its 14th Five-Year Plan (5YP), has been met with international enthusiasm. If China succeeds, it could singlehandedly reduce global temperatures by 0.25° Celsius, relative to their expected rise. But is its plan realistic?