Beijing, June 22, 2024, The Europe Today: The inaugural high-level dialogue under the China-Germany dialogue and cooperation mechanism on climate change and green transition took place in Beijing on Saturday, resulting in several key outcomes aimed at bolstering environmental collaboration between the two nations.
Both countries announced the initiation of provincial-level cooperation on green transition and the establishment of a working group focused on industrial carbon reduction. These measures are part of a broader commitment to enhance energy efficiency in key sectors through collaborative demonstration projects, according to a statement released by China’s National Development and Reform Commission.
During the dialogue, China expressed its readiness to deepen cooperation with Germany in various areas, including energy efficiency, the circular economy, industrial carbon reduction, and the broader energy transition. The Chinese representatives emphasized the importance of these partnerships in achieving sustainable development goals.
Germany, in turn, conveyed its willingness to explore further collaboration with China in several crucial areas. These include renewable energy, smart grid development, and the production of zero-carbon and low-carbon products. The German delegation highlighted the mutual benefits of such cooperation in addressing global climate challenges and advancing green technologies.
The high-level dialogue marks a significant step in the China-Germany partnership on climate change and green transition, reflecting both nations’ commitment to working together to achieve a more sustainable future.
