On China's Energy Transition Pathway Towards Carbon Neutrality
In the context of climate change and energy transition,a systematic discussion is conducted on the three major challenges featuring China's energy transition,namely the coal-dominated energy structure,the increasing growth in energy demand,and the urgent timeline for carbon neutrality.One of the main focuses is placed on exploring the technical feasibility of achieving an 80% share of renewable energy in primary energy consumption by 2060.Based on the comparative analysis of different energy transition pathways,the multifaceted characteristics of China's carbon neutrality pathways are pointed out.A method for optimizing these pathways is proposed,considering economic costs,environmental impacts,and system reliability comprehensively,aiming to provide a theoretical basis and practical reference for achieving carbon neutrality and energy transition goals.