China outlines renewable energy targets in 15th five-year plan through 2030

China's National Development and Reform Commission and National Energy Administration released targets and policies for solar and wind deployment through 2030, signaling the country's continued renewable energy expansion.

First covered Jul 29, 2026 · 5:08 AM PT · 2 articles · no longer in the live window

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Coverage

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Primary sources

nea.gov.cn 83D863317F2F44Edb605348E4De40993 (nea.gov.cn)

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energyandcleanair.org China’s 15th Five-Year Plan — Implications for climate and energy transition – Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air

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the-esg-institute.org China's 15th Five-Year Plan: The Green Targets, a New Disclosure Regime, and What They Mean for Global Business — The ESG Institute

Discussion

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