Major Scientific and Technology Innovation for Green Transition

The Special Policy Study “Clean Energy Transition and Grid Modernization” examines the role of China’s electric grid as the central enabler of a low-carbon future.

The study focuses on strategies to rapidly scale mature renewable technologies while deploying complementary innovations to ensure reliability and efficiency. It explores the development of enabling policies, market mechanisms, and advanced grid management to optimize clean energy integration. The research also emphasizes targeted near- and long-term investments in emerging technologies, balancing immediate carbon reduction with future innovation. Finally, it highlights a structured, multi-category approach to technology deployment that supports economic growth, environmental improvement, and sustained progress toward carbon neutrality.

Task Force: Low-Carbon and Inclusive Transition Topic: Technology and Innovation Year: 2025 Phase: Phase VII (2022-2027) Active