Historical Evolution, Stage Characteristics and Suggestions on China’s Low-Carbon Energy Policies
Energy serves as a fundamental material foundation for economic and social development. The low-carbon energy transition is a critical measure for China to achieve the "Dual Carbon" goal, advance ecological civilization construction, and ensure energy security. Along with economic growth and energy structure adjustment, China’s low-carbon energy policies have been gradually improved, forming a comprehensive policy system covering energy production, consumption, technology and institutional mechanisms. This paper sorts out the development course of China’s low-carbon energy policies, dividing it into four stages: initial germination, preliminary development, rapid advancement and in-depth improvement. By summarizing the core characteristics of policies at each stage, analyzing existing problems in policy implementation, and combining the requirements for high-quality energy development in the new era, this paper puts forward targeted policy suggestions.
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