BEIJING, Nov. 4 (Xinhua) -- In a world troubled by faltering climate policies, rising protectionism and energy security challenges, humanity, more than ever before, needs action-oriented implementation of the Paris Agreement.
Since the entry into force of this milestone agreement a decade ago, China has made unwavering decarbonization endeavors and become an indispensable stabilizer and important contributor in advancing the global green transition process, bolstering confidence in a shared green future.
This stabilizing role stems from China's efforts in managing its own affairs well, especially its clean energy buildout. China contributed nearly three-quarters of newly installed wind power capacity globally in 2025, International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) data showed. It is estimated that global photovoltaic installations added since 2019 avoided about 1.5 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions in 2025, with roughly half of this contribution coming from China.
China's green transition momentum has been continuing. In 2025, China's carbon intensity further dropped by five percent from 2024 levels, and its power generation from renewable energy exceeded the total electricity consumption of the 27 EU member states. In July 2026, China's installed solar capacity, for the first time in its history, overtook coal-fired capacity, making solar its largest power source by installed capacity.
China's achievements in pursuing green development represent an important contribution to global climate governance. Unquestionably, China has played a leading role in the global transition toward green and low-carbon development.
The green transition requires not only resolve but, more importantly, affordable costs, accessible technologies and products suitable for widespread adoption. In this regard, China's contribution is tangible.
According to IRENA, global wind and solar power costs have fallen by more than 60 percent and 80 percent, respectively, over the past decade, with much of this attributed to China's innovation, manufacturing and engineering endeavors.
China has consistently worked to advance green cooperation, leveraging its technologies and investment in doing so.
In South Africa, the Chinese-built Redstone solar plant helps ease electricity shortages. In the United Arab Emirates, meanwhile, a zero-energy cooling system using Chinese technology sharply reduces the energy consumption of buildings.
According to a report by the Finland-based Center for Research on Energy and Clean Air, clean technology products exported by China in 2025 are expected to avoid approximately 6.9 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions during their operating lifetimes.
Supported by strengths in battery technology, intelligent systems and supply-chain efficiency, Chinese new energy vehicle companies have built manufacturing and research facilities overseas, boosting global green transition and industrial upgrades in many developing countries.
It is worth noting that no country can accomplish all transition-related tasks by relying solely on its own efforts. Countries need multilateralism and partnerships to effectively address the myriad challenges facing climate governance.
This year, China has issued a raft of green development-related action plans, including those on carbon peaking and the establishment of a new power system, outlining concrete tasks and measures.
These continued endeavors fully demonstrate that China is maintaining the intensity of its efforts via clear strategic goals and stable policy arrangements, which are set to generate new momentum for expanding green development cooperation and building a beautiful future. ■
