Announcement from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology: Starting in 2026, there will be a selection of a new standard for carbon emissions in the industrial sector.
On January 19, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, along with several national development and reform agencies, published the Guiding Opinions on the Implementation of Carbon Neutrality in Industrial Construction. This document aims to guide industries in reducing carbon emissions and promoting green technology.
According to the guidance, starting in 2026, there will be a selection of carbon emission standards for the industrial sector to establish benchmarks.
The main objectives of the Guiding Opinions include: implementing phased and gradual reductions in carbon emissions, addressing the urgent need for energy consumption to shift towards electricity as the primary energy source, and enhancing the intensity of carbon emissions reduction while designing regulations to align with energy supply and management.
By 2026, the selection of carbon emission standards will be established, and by 2027, it will cover various sectors, including automobiles, batteries, electronics, light industry, machinery, and computing equipment, with the aim of promoting carbon reduction practices in these industries.
By 2030, the gradual development will expand to encompass sectors such as steel, non-ferrous metals, mining, construction, textiles, and more, focusing on enhancing sustainable production methods and the adoption of new carbon reduction technologies.
The construction of carbon emission standards is seen as an integrated and systematic approach, involving innovative technologies, structural adjustments, and management measures to ensure a substantial reduction in carbon emissions over time.
The document emphasizes the importance of collaboration among different departments to successfully implement these recommendations, fostering a comprehensive energy strategy that aims to significantly reduce carbon emissions.
In terms of energy structure adjustments, the Guiding Opinions indicate the need for a secure and stable supply of energy, encouraging the use of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power, and improving the efficiency of energy consumption.
Additionally, the document highlights the importance of enhancing data accuracy and transparency in carbon emissions reporting, ensuring that all sectors adhere to standards and regulations.
Furthermore, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology will collaborate with relevant departments to promote the implementation of these guidelines and strengthen policy measures to support the reduction of carbon emissions across various sectors.
This initiative marks a significant step towards achieving carbon neutrality, with the understanding that building a robust carbon emission standard system is integral to the long-term sustainability of the industrial sector.
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