China commits to significant greenhouse gas reductions amid global climate concerns
TL;DR
Experts criticize China's announced plans to cut emissions by only 7-10% by 2035, arguing they are too weak to prevent global catastrophe, despite China's significant investments in clean energy and ongoing reliance on coal. The plans fall short of the 30% reduction deemed necessary, raising concerns about global climate leadership and the effectiveness of upcoming international climate negotiations.
- China’s plans to cut emission too weak to stave off global catastrophe, say experts The Guardian
- China, for First Time, Vows to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions The New York Times
- China makes landmark pledge to cut its climate emissions BBC
- China plans 7-10% greenhouse gas reduction by 2035, Xi tells UN Reuters
- China doubles down on climate, wind and solar pledges — a day after Trump called them a 'scam' Politico
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