Supporting China’s climate targets through ambitious green and low-carbon energy transition

China’s growing energy demand, its still coal dominated electricity mix, and growing concerns on energy security pose significant challenges on energy decarbonisation. Within the framework of the Dialogue and Cooperation Mechanism on Climate Change and Green Transition between Germany and the Government of the People's Republic of China, this project aims to support China’s ambitious green and low carbon energy transition by developing feasible transition measures for two Chinese pilot provinces (Jiangsu and Sichuan) in collaboration with two German federal states (Baden-Württemberg and North Rhine-Westfalia). The National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) can use the best practices developed as models for replication and adaptation in other Chinese provinces. This project will help coordinate and enhance the effectiveness of energy and climate policies at national level and contribute to a more comprehensive and synergistic energy transition across the country.