Carbon Cap Development
Apply analytical tools (e.g., Energy Policy Simulator) to support carbon budget mechanism design.
ACTION 2035
Building Ambition, Scaling Impact.
We focus on five priority issues in each of the nine regions—Shanxi, Anhui, Jiangxi, Chongqing, Shandong, Guangdong, Tianjin, Hainan, and Zhejiang—collectively addressing over 50% of the mitigation potential needed to achieve net-zero goals across China's provincial regions.
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High-impact Regional Solutions
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Mitigation Potential
9–20 Nov 2026
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Explore COP31Our Vision
To drive over 50% of the emissions reductions needed for carbon neutrality by empowering subnational action to scale high-impact climate solutions in key regions.
Our Mission
ACTION 2035 is a climate action capacity-building platform anchored by a network of regional Climate Solution Centers and technical assistance partners. It empowers provinces and cities to identify, adapt and scale high-impact climate solutions during the critical 2025–2035 window. It aims to drive over 50% of the emissions reductions required for national carbon neutrality by advancing sectoral solutions, fostering knowledge sharing across regions, and independently tracking subnational progress.
Regional Solution Centers & Programs
Solution Focus
Grid Decarbonization
Promote grid decarbonization by implementing mechanisms that enhance grid flexibility and increase the integration of renewable energy sources.
Key Regions: Guangdong, Shandong, Shanxi, Anhui, etc.
Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization
Develop regional, sector-specific action plans for industrial heat electrification.
Key Regions: Anhui, Shanxi, Shandong, etc.
Low-Emission Buildings
Promote the electrification of space heating and efficiency improvement of home appliances.
Key Regions: Hainan, Chongqing, Liaoning, etc.
Our Roles
Support Pillar
Foster Ecosystems and Collaborations
Cross-Regional Knowledge Sharing and Convening
Focus Pillar
Build Regional Centers and Programs
Establish Locally-Owned New Capacity
Focus Pillar
Scale Up Sectoral Solutions
Empower "New Capacity" through Localizing Sectoral Solutions
Support Pillar
Optimize Impact and Sustainability
Tracking, Learning and Communication