Sinopec Unveils 2025 China Energy & Chemical Industry Development Report
Key Ideas
- Global energy consumption expected to peak at 26.71 billion tonnes of coal equivalent by 2045, with renewable energy to account for over 50% by 2060.
- Rise in non-fossil energy sources projected, with hydrogen consumption expected to surpass 340 million tonnes by 2060.
- China's shift to non-fossil energy sources highlighted, with projections for peak energy consumption and carbon emissions peak by 2030.
- Sinopec emphasizes innovation as a driving force for sustainable growth in the energy and chemical industries.
China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec) released the 2025 China Energy & Chemical Industry Development Report, providing comprehensive forecasts on global and Chinese energy landscapes. The report predicts global energy consumption peaking at 26.71 billion tonnes of coal equivalent by 2045, with renewable energy constituting over 50% by 2060. It anticipates oil consumption to peak at 4.66 billion tonnes around 2030, with a focus on industrial feedstocks. Non-fossil energy sources like hydrogen are expected to grow significantly, surpassing 340 million tonnes by 2060. The report also focuses on China's energy outlook, highlighting a shift to non-fossil energy sources like electricity and ammonia. Sinopec emphasizes the importance of innovation in driving sustainable growth in the energy and chemical sectors. The company offers a roadmap for policymakers and industry leaders to navigate future challenges and opportunities in the energy transition towards low-carbon solutions.
Topics
Utilities
Renewable Energy
Innovation
Carbon Emissions
Sustainable Solutions
Energy Consumption
Oil Demand
Policy Roadmap
Non-fossil Energy
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