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These graphs show the changes in emissions, emissions drivers, and policy in the Power sector in China
Emissions Greenhouse gas emissions and generation
Electricity generation and the associated CO₂ emissions increased significantly in the past three decades, with generation growth accelerating significantly in the tenth Five Year Plan (2001-2005). Since 2006, the growth in power demand has slowed slightly with CO₂ emissions following suit.
Emissions Drivers Fuel sources for power generation
The vast majority of increased generation came from conventional sources, primarily coal. However, the past decade saw exponential growth in low-carbon fuel sources, such as renewable energy, although this energy represented a very small portion of overall electricity production.