Under the theme of "A Spirit of Dialogue" at the World Economic Forum's 56th Annual Meeting in Davos, the global community is focusing on the core challenge of achieving prosperity while respecting planetary boundaries.

In this context, China has committed to green development, deeply integrating ecological protection with economic growth through industrial low-carbon transitions, technology-driven management, and multilateral cooperation. Meanwhile, the country is not only advancing its dual carbon goals but also offering a Chinese solution to the world's sustainable development.

Growing green energy demand

In 2025, China's total electricity consumption surpassed 10 trillion kilowatt-hours for the first time, making it the world's largest consumer of electricity by a single nation, double the U.S.' annual consumption. This growth underscores China's rapid industrial development and its shift toward more sustainable energy sources.

China's power system is undergoing a significant transformation, with a strong emphasis on clean, low-carbon energy. By November 2025, renewable sources such as wind and solar had seen significant growth, with installed wind and photovoltaic power generation capacity reaching 1.76 billion kilowatts, an increase of 34 percent compared to the previous year. Non-fossil fuel sources accounted for over 60 percent of the country's total installed power capacity in the past year, and one-third of the total electricity consumed comes from green energy.

China has also accelerated the construction of ultra-high-voltage (UHV) transmission lines, ensuring more clean electricity from the west reaches energy-intensive regions in the east. In 2025, China's cross-regional electricity transmission capacity reached 370 million kilowatts. A total of 46 UHV transmission lines have been established across the country, further strengthening the national energy transmission network of "west-to-east" and "north-to-south" power flows.

AI-powered ecological governance and conservation

In addition to energy, China is also using technologies to boost ecological governance and biodiversity conservation.

In Alxa League, north China's Inner Mongolia, an area facing desertification challenges, AI-driven solutions have been applied to fight against degradation. AI-powered monitoring systems track soil moisture and plant growth, enabling precise adjustments to irrigation practices. Drones and robots have also been deployed to improve the efficiency of afforestation projects, significantly accelerating desert land restoration.

The use of technology has sparked new economic opportunities, particularly in green energy and eco-tourism, creating jobs and attracting many young people back to contribute to both the local economy and environmental preservation.

In Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, the world's largest breeding center for Siberian tigers has integrated an AI recognition system tailored for Siberian tigers, helping track their behavior, health and location. The use of AI has significantly enhanced the precision and speed of wildlife monitoring, reducing research time from years to weeks.

In Nanjing, east China's Jiangsu Province, the Laoshan National Forest Park is utilizing AI and other high-tech tools, such as infrared cameras and drones, to monitor over 2,000 species, including mammals, birds and plants. The smart monitoring system offers real-time data on species distribution and ecological trends, enabling more effective and comprehensive observation and conservation measures.

China's role on the global stage

Beyond its domestic achievements, China has emerged as a key player in global actions.

Through initiatives like the "Green Belt and Road," China is promoting the exchange of green technologies and sustainable practices across countries. In Africa, it has supported the "Green Great Wall" initiative to combat desertification and advance green development. In Central Asia, its expertise in dryland farming, water-saving irrigation, salinized land improvement, and pest control is helping countries improve food productivity and drive the agricultural energy transition.

China has also actively participated in international marine conservation initiatives, addressing issues like ocean pollution and coral reef degradation. Through platforms like the China-ASEAN Blue Economy Partnership and the United Nations Ocean Conference, it is playing a crucial role in fostering international cooperation to preserve marine ecosystems.