China Achieves Record Low Emissions in Electricity Generation

China's electricity generation sector has marked a significant environmental milestone, with emissions from electricity production reaching record lows in the first half of the year. According to data from electricitymaps.com, the average CO2 emissions per kilowatt hour of electricity generated were 492g, showcasing the country's progress in reducing its carbon footprint. This achievement is attributed to the increasing share of clean energy in China's power mix.

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