China’s energy mix is getting a green glow-up! 🌍 Coal now makes up 55.3% of the country’s total energy consumption—a 12.1% drop compared to a decade ago, according to data revealed at the 2024 China Mining Conference in Tianjin. The shift feels like swapping a coal-powered steam engine for a solar-powered bullet train. 🚄
Non-fossil energy sources—think hydro, nuclear, wind, and solar—have grown by 7.7% in the last 10 years. Officials say the energy sector’s transformation, kickstarted in 2012, is now fueled by renewables instead of traditional 'dirtier' options. 🌞💨
This isn’t just about stats; it’s part of China’s 'dual carbon' pledge to hit peak emissions by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060. Imagine a world where factories and cities hum with clean energy—this roadmap could make it real. 📉✨
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China's energy consumption structure improves with drop in coal use
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