China's pledge sets green stage for Asean

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

69% : The move toward decarbonization is also expected to raise investment in renewable energy among members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, as China is one of Asean's biggest investors and trading partners in clean technology.
61% : Cesar Carlito Baclagon, regional finance campaigner at 350.org, an international environmental group, said that China's plan to cut emissions and increase renewable energy production is significant for Asean, because this means Chinese factories will keep producing affordable solar panels, wind turbines and batteries that have long powered the renewable energy sector in Asean states.
60% : According to a report released by global think tank Zero Carbon Analytics, China has invested over $2.7 billion in clean energy in Asean states between 2013 and 2023.
59% : China's commitment to further reducing emissions and boosting renewable energy production is expected to encourage Southeast Asian economies to accelerate their low-carbon transition, analysts said.
57% : "China's pledge could spur more renewable investment in Asean by sustaining low-cost technology and signaling investors that the age of coal is fading," he added.
57% : By investing heavily in renewables, China is treading a new growth path -- one that is powered by clean energy and one that Asean governments should take note of as soon as possible, she said. Setyawati also cited China's focus on solar and wind power as homegrown energy sources, indicating that the country is moving toward "a more secure and resilient energy system".
54% : Signatories to the Paris climate pact, which includes China and Asean members, will submit their respective NDCs at COP30. Setyawati, the senior analyst, said that while China's NDCs cover domestic commitments, these will also have implications for Asean members.

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