China has now become the second largest energy producer in the world
On the afternoon of August 18, the National Energy Administration held its first press conference since its establishment at the Beijing International Press Center. Zhang Guobao, vice chairman of the National Development and Reform Commission and head of the National Energy Administration, highlighted that China’s energy structure has undergone significant transformation, with an increasing global influence in energy affairs.
China’s energy supply capacity has seen a remarkable rise over the years. Since 2000, energy production has grown at an annual rate of 7.1% for seven consecutive years. By 2007, China’s energy output was 1.8 times that of 2000, making it the world’s second-largest energy producer. At the same time, total energy consumption reached 2.65 billion tons of standard coal, ranking it as the second-largest consumer globally. However, per capita consumption remains at 62% of the global average due to China's large population.
The power industry has experienced rapid growth, with structural upgrades and energy efficiency improvements yielding impressive results. In 2007, China’s installed power generation capacity reached 71.29 million kilowatts, ranking second worldwide. Power generation totaled 3,255.9 billion kilowatt-hours, growing at an average of 13.2% annually. Hydropower accounted for over 20%, while nuclear and wind power saw increased contributions.
Environmental protection and energy efficiency have been key priorities. Between 2000 and 2007, the desulfurization rate of thermal power units rose from 40% to 45%. Coal consumption and grid losses also declined. Natural gas production surged by 2.5 times between 2000 and 2007, reaching 69.3 billion cubic meters. Oil and gas output remained steady, with oil production rising by 14.7% compared to 2000.
Large-scale coal bases have seen progress, with 35 enterprises producing over 10 million tons annually, accounting for 44% of national output. Among them, 13 major coal bases contributed 83% of the total.
Renewable energy has also gained momentum. Wind power capacity ranked fifth globally in 2007, with new installations reaching 3.05 million kilowatts. Projects like the Hexi Corridor wind farms in Gansu and large-scale wind plants in Inner Mongolia are expanding. Additionally, solar initiatives, such as the "Bright Project," have brought electricity to remote areas, benefiting 900,000 people in Tibet. Solar water heater usage reached 120 million square meters, and photovoltaic cell production hit 1 million kilowatts, making China the top producer.
To support renewables, China enacted the Renewable Energy Law and developed a comprehensive plan. Tax incentives, such as reduced value-added tax on wind power, have encouraged growth. Zhang emphasized that renewable potential is vast, and the administration will continue to expand policies and projects in this area.
Internationally, China has engaged in 14 multilateral and 34 bilateral energy cooperation mechanisms. It is a full member of several international groups and maintains strong ties with energy agencies and countries like the U.S., Japan, Russia, and the EU. Cooperation with neighboring nations, including Kazakhstan and Russia, has advanced, with projects like the Sino-Kazakhstan pipeline and the Tianwan Nuclear Power Station contributing to regional energy security.
Zhang concluded that China’s energy strategy combines domestic development with openness, offering global opportunities and contributing to international energy stability.
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