On March 22, the National Energy Administration issued the “Guiding Opinions on Energy Work for 2024.” The document calls for steadily advancing the development of green and clean liquid fuels, systematically promoting technological innovation and industrialization of non‑grain fuel ethanol such as cellulosic ethanol, and effectively implementing pilot and demonstration projects to expand the application of biodiesel. It also emphasizes the steady advancement of diversified development and utilization of biomass energy.

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2024 Guiding Opinions on Annual Energy Work

2024 The year marks the founding of the People’s Republic of China. 75 Anniversary, is the in-depth implementation of “ Four Revolutions, One Cooperation ” The Tenth Anniversary of the New Energy Security Strategy , is Complete The objectives of the 14th Five-Year Plan This is a pivotal year for achieving the set objectives, making it of paramount importance to ensure the successful implementation of energy-related work throughout the year. To thoroughly implement the decisions and arrangements of the CPC Central Committee and the State Council, to continuously advance the green and low-carbon transformation of the energy sector and promote high-quality development, and to safeguard energy security, these Guidelines have been formulated.

I. General Requirements

(1) Guiding Principles

Uphold Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era as our guiding principle, fully implement the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, and earnestly carry out the arrangements set forth at the Central Economic Work Conference and in the Government Work Report. Adhere to the overarching principle of seeking progress while maintaining stability, comprehensively, accurately, and thoroughly apply the new development philosophy, accelerate the establishment of a new development pattern, and deeply advance the new energy security strategy, so as to better balance development and security. ， Properly manage the relationships among new and traditional energy sources, between the overall picture and local interests, and between energy development and efficient conservation. We will focus on strengthening energy security, advancing the green and low-carbon transformation of the energy sector, deepening reform and innovation in the energy field, and elevating the level of international energy cooperation. We will accelerate the planning and development of a new‑type energy system, thereby providing secure and reliable energy support for the cause of Chinese modernization. 。

• Basic Principles

Persist in taking Ensuring national energy security Put first 。 Continuously consolidate “Stable and reliable electricity, guaranteed oil and gas supplies, coal as a stabilizing anchor, and new energy…” High quality Leap forward "Good" A favorable situation. We will maintain an appropriate degree of flexibility in energy production capacity, strengthen the development of reserve capabilities, firmly uphold the bottom line of safe production, effectively address risks and challenges to energy security, and ensure that energy needs are met to support economic and social development and to enhance the quality of life for the people.

Persist in vigorously and proactively advancing the green and low-carbon transformation of the energy sector. . Deeply implement the principles of ecological priority and green development, and remain steadfast in… Implement the dual carbon goals. , strike the right balance between pace and intensity, focus on strengthening supply–demand coordination, enhance grid integration, and sustain the momentum of high-quality, rapid growth in clean energy.

We will steadfastly rely on scientific and technological innovation to bolster new drivers of development. Deeply implement Energy Technology Equipment Address weaknesses, strengthen strengths, and explore new frontiers. ， Strengthen joint research and development on critical core technologies, and enhance the international competitiveness of our leading energy industries. Further promote the application and commercialization of scientific and technological achievements. Promote the development of new‑type productive forces.

We will steadfastly uphold the principle of invigorating development through deepening reform and opening up. We will deepen institutional and mechanism reforms in key areas and critical links, continue to advance the development of a nationwide unified electricity market, further reform the oil and gas market system, and steadily enhance the effectiveness of energy governance. We will pragmatically promote international cooperation in the energy sector, expand high‑level opening-up, and actively participate in global energy governance.

• Main objective

   Supply Guarantee Capabilities continue to strengthen. The total national energy output reached 49.8 Around 100 million tons of standard coal . Coal Stabilize and increase production ， Crude oil Production remains stable at 2 Exceeding 100 million tons, natural gas production continues to grow rapidly. 。 Power generation Installation reached 31.7 Around 100 gigawatts ， Power generation has reached 9.96 Around one trillion kilowatt-hours, “West-to-East Power Transmission” transmission Electrical capacity continues to improve. 。

The energy mix continues to improve. Non-fossil energy Power generation The installed capacity share has increased to 55% Approximately. The share of wind and solar power generation in the nation’s total electricity output has reached 17% The above 。 Natural gas consumption is growing steadily. ， Non- The share of fossil energy in total energy consumption has increased to 18.9% Around this time, the share of electricity in final energy consumption has continued to rise.

Quality and efficiency have improved steadily. New progress has been made in the clean and efficient development and utilization of energy. Coal-fired power “ Three-Pronged Reform Coordination ” Continue to advance steadily. Cross- Province Cross- The average utilization hours of the district’s transmission corridors remain within a reasonable range. Promote… Northern region Clean heating continues to develop positively. 。 New progress has been made in the application of scientific and technological innovation outcomes.

II. Continuously Strengthening the Foundations of Energy Security

Treat energy security as the cornerstone of high-quality development, continuously consolidate and enhance oil and gas production, maintain an appropriate margin in coal‑production capacity, expand strategic reserves and regulatory capabilities, strengthen regional coordination to ensure supply, and solidify the foundations of energy security.

Strengthen the safety net and bottom-line safeguards for fossil energy. In-depth research on the implementation of a medium- and long-term strategy for increasing oil and gas reserves and production. 。 Step up oil and gas exploration and development, ensure stable production at mature fields, and accelerate the development of new… district Establish production, strengthen “Two deep, one non” One stability ” Oil and gas production capacity development in key areas. Steadily advance the renovation and upgrading of refining projects. Accelerate the development of gas storage infrastructure, and advance projects for underground gas storage facilities and storage tanks at coastal LNG receiving terminals. Strengthen protection of oil and gas pipelines. Gradually release advanced coal production capacity, We will expedite the commencement of construction on approved projects, bring coal‑mining projects currently under construction online and to full capacity as soon as possible, and approve a batch of large, modern coal mines that are safe, intelligent, and environmentally friendly, thereby ensuring a steady and smooth succession of coal production capacity. On the basis of safe production, we will work to maintain output at a relatively high level. Establish a coal production capacity reserve system, Strengthen Construction of coal transportation corridors and product storage capacity, Enhance the resilience of the coal supply system.

Submit Power rating System Stability Regulatory capacity. Issue and implement relevant policies to guide the transformation and development of thermal power. Promote integrated coal–thermal power joint operations, Rationally plan and develop supportive and regulating coal-fired power capacity, and accelerate… Provinces with significant pressure on power supply Already regulated Coal-fired power Project construction , striving to do so as soon as possible Put into production 。 Promote retired generating units On demand Compliance Turn For emergency backup power supply 。 In regions where gas supply is secure, gas prices are affordable, and peak‑shaving demand is high, it is appropriate to plan and develop gas‑fired power plants for peak‑shaving. Thoroughly implement the “Guiding Opinions on High-Quality Development of Distribution Networks in the New Era” and enhance the distribution network’s capacity to provide reliable support and assurance. and comprehensive carrying capacity 。 Strengthen early warning mechanisms for balancing electricity supply and demand during peak summer and winter periods. “ One province, one policy ” Ensure reliable electricity supply. , increase Areas with tight or relatively tight supply Level of supervision and guidance 。 Optimization Medium- and Long-Term Development Plan for Pumped Storage Hydropower Layout 。 Promote The diversified development of new energy storage, Strengthen policy measures to facilitate the grid connection and dispatch operations of new energy storage technologies. . Strengthen the responsibilities of local governments and enterprises, and promote the participation of demand-side resources in demand‑side response and system regulation. 。

Improve Region Collaborative support capability 。 Promote Beijing–Tianjin–Hebei, Yangtze River Delta, Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area 、 Yellow River Basin Wait Energy Planning for Key Regions Landing Implementation, Support Northeast High-quality energy development in the region 。 Optimize and refine policy mechanisms, Promote the high-quality development of interprovincial and interregional power transmission channels. 。 Focus on advancing northern Shaanxi. — Ultra-high-voltage projects in Anhui, Gansu, Zhejiang, Western Mongolia–Beijing–Tianjin–Hebei, Datong–Tianjin South, and others have been approved and commenced construction, with efforts to accelerate their implementation. Southwest, Preliminary work on transmission corridors for clean energy bases in Northwest China, Northeast China, Inner Mongolia, and other regions. Strengthen the interconnection between the eastern Inner Mongolia grid and the Northeast China main grid, and advance the extension of the North China ultra-high-voltage AC transmission network to the western Inner Mongolia region. Enhance the transmission capacity of inter-provincial corridors in Northwest China, The ultra-high-voltage backbone grid in Central China has been completed. Accelerate the advancement of the West-to-East Gas Pipeline. Four lines Sichuan Gas to East China Second Line, Southern Section of the China–Russia East Route, Hulin —Changchun Construction of trunk pipelines . Continue to strengthen and upgrade the rural power grid. 。

III. Vigorously Promote the High-Quality Development of Non-Fossil Energy Sources

We will thoroughly implement the dual carbon goals and tasks, adopt a multi-pronged approach to increase the share of non‑fossil energy, and refine and improve industrial development policies, thereby leveraging green energy development to support the building of a Beautiful China.

Consolidate and expand the favorable momentum of wind and solar power development. Steady Promote Large-scale wind and solar power bases Construction will be carried out in an orderly manner to ensure the timely completion and commissioning of projects. The layout of offshore wind power will be coordinated and optimized, Promote Offshore wind power Base construction, Promote the development of offshore wind power in deep-water, far-offshore areas in a steady and orderly manner. 。 Develop a comprehensive national plan and layout for concentrating solar power, and continue to promote the large-scale development of this technology. Tailor approaches to local conditions. Accelerate the development of distributed wind power and distributed photovoltaic generation in regions where conditions permit. Organization Implementation “Wind-Power Initiative for Thousands of Towns and Villages” and “Solar-Power Initiative for Thousands of Households” 。 Launch a pilot program for a nationwide survey of wind and solar power generation resources. 。

Steadily advance the development and construction of hydropower and nuclear power projects. Main compilation watershed Integrated planning for a water–wind–solar energy base, Formulate a plan for the development and construction of hydropower projects in the Yangtze River Basin. Advance in an orderly manner Major hydropower projects Early stage Work 。 Actively, safely, and in an orderly manner promote coastal development. Nuclear power project approval ， Completed Commissioned in Rongcheng, Shandong “Guohe No. 1” Demonstration Project 1 Unit No. 、 Fangchenggang, Guangxi “HPR1000” Demonstration Project 4 Unit No. ... and others 。

Continuously refine the policy framework for green and low-carbon transformation. Scientific Optimization of New Energy Utilization rate Goal ， Issue and distribute 2024 Annual renewable energy power consumption Responsibility weight and implement it in key industries and enterprises. ， Using the renewable energy consumption obligation quota as the lower limit and reasonable utilization rates as the upper limit, we will promote wind and solar power. High quality Development 。 Continuously advance Full coverage of green certificates and Application Expand Exhibition ， Strengthen the linkage between green certificates and the domestic carbon market, as well as with international markets. Recognition , further enhance the influence of green certificates 。 Revised and issued the Administrative Measures for Distributed Photovoltaic Power Generation Projects, and continued to carry out pilot programs to enhance the grid‑connection capacity of distributed PV systems. Conducted research on policies related to the upgrading, retrofitting, and decommissioning of photovoltaic power plants. 。 Formulate and implement Interim Measures for the Development, Construction, and Management of Pumped-Storage Hydropower Stations , promote the sustainable and healthy development of pumped-storage hydropower 。

IV. Deepening the Transformation of Energy Use Patterns

In line with the trends toward cleaner and lower‑carbon economic and social development, we will intensify efforts to substitute clean, low‑carbon energy sources for conventional ones, coordinate energy‑sector initiatives to conserve energy, reduce pollution, and cut carbon emissions, and promote the adoption of green, low‑carbon production and lifestyle patterns.

Continuously promote the replacement of conventional energy with clean energy in key sectors. Accelerate the development of a charging infrastructure network system, Deeply advance the electrification of transportation energy use, Continuously optimize the charging network in urban areas, along highways, and within residential communities; strengthen support for the development of charging infrastructure in county-level regions; promote the establishment of model counties and towns for charging infrastructure deployment and application; and explore the implementation of bidirectional vehicle‑to‑grid (V2G) interactions. Promote the sustained and positive development of clean heating in northern regions by advancing, on a case-by-case basis, ultra-low‑emission cogeneration for district heating, as well as heating systems powered by renewable energy sources such as geothermal, solar, and biomass. Gradually expand the deployment of diverse clean heating options, including electric heating, industrial waste‑heat recovery, and nuclear‑based heating, and ensure the steady and orderly implementation of clean heating projects where conditions permit. Promote Construction of Pilot Counties for the Rural Energy Revolution , leveraging pilot projects to accelerate the clean and low-carbon transformation of rural energy systems. Revise the natural gas utilization policy to enable natural gas to play an even greater role in building a new energy system. Release “Case Studies on the Green and Low-Carbon Transformation of Energy” , driving transformation and development through exemplary models.

Strengthen energy-sector efforts to conserve energy, reduce carbon emissions, and improve efficiency. Continuously advance Energy conservation and carbon reduction in coal development, accelerating… The industrial development of coalbed methane is being vigorously pursued. Develop large-scale coal‑gas extraction and utilization mining areas and demonstration projects. Continue to implement coal‑power initiatives. “ Three-Pronged Reform Coordination ” , steadily and orderly phase out outdated production capacity. In-depth Exploring technologies for co-firing hydrogen and ammonia in coal-fired power plants, Strengthen pilot and demonstration projects 。 Strengthen energy management for refining enterprises whose energy efficiency falls below the benchmark level. , carry out Typical Cases of Energy Conservation and Carbon Reduction in the Refining Industry Remittance Editor, Guidance Enterprises are leveraging advanced technologies to enhance energy efficiency. Promote the integrated development of the coal, oil, and gas industries with new energy sources. Reduce Energy consumption per unit of product and carbon dioxide emissions. Support Coal-to-Oil-and-Gas Project Coupled development with new energy sources and Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage Scale-up Demonstration Application. Intensify research and development efforts in technologies for the coordinated exploitation of energy resources and associated mineral deposits.

Accelerate the development of new energy business forms and models. Strengthen the tracking and evaluation of pilot and demonstration projects for new energy storage, and promote technological advancement in the new energy storage industry. Formulate relevant measures to accelerate the high-quality development of the hydrogen energy industry. Policy ， Orderly Promote Hydrogen energy technology Innovation With industrial development ， Carry out steadily Hydrogen energy Pilot and Demonstration , with a focus on developing hydrogen production from renewable energy and expanding the application scenarios for hydrogen energy. 。 Steadily advance the development of green, clean liquid fuels, Orderly Push Movement Cellulose Non-grain crops Fuel ethanol Technological innovation and industrialization, Effectively implement pilot and demonstration projects for the promotion and application of biodiesel. 。 Steadily advance the diversified development and utilization of biomass energy. Promote the implementation of low-carbon and zero-carbon upgrades in eligible industrial parks, Promote green and efficient energy supply and consumption models, such as integrated energy stations and source–grid–load–storage integration. Tailor solutions to local conditions by piloting demonstration projects such as new‑energy microgrids, micro‑energy networks, and high‑proportion renewable‑energy integration in generation, supply, and consumption.

V. Promote innovation in energy technologies.

We will deepen the implementation of the innovation-driven development strategy, focusing on high-endization, digitalization, and intelligentization; strengthen independent innovation in energy technology; enhance the autonomy and controllability of the energy industry and supply chains; and foster the development of new‑type productive forces.

　　Continuously improve the energy technology innovation system. Solidly advance “14th Five-Year Plan” Project for Scientific and Technological Innovation in the Energy Sector Implementation on the ground ， Conduct thorough follow-up evaluation. . Strengthen Energy Research and Innovation Platform Manage and implement R&D tasks, and strengthen routine oversight. Evaluation. With New Energy Technologies 、 New business forms, Emerging industries, Green and low-carbon transformation and safe development For Key points ， Conduct a coordinated study to establish a number of standardization committees in the energy sector. ， Accelerate the development and revision of relevant standards. , strengthen the implementation and application of standards . Enhance the internationalization of standards in the energy sector, Support participation International standardization work , promote the high‑level internationalization of energy technology standards 。

Accelerate breakthroughs in energy technologies and the commercialization of research outcomes. Leveraging the strategic scientific and technological capabilities in the energy sector to advance innovation in critical technologies and equipment, Organize and carry out the application and evaluation process for the fourth batch of first-of-its-kind major technical equipment in the energy sector. Accelerate Demonstration applications. Successfully implement demonstration projects for the innovative development of gas turbines. Mid-term Evaluation and Tasks Make adjustments to ensure that the demonstration tasks yield tangible results. Continuously advance major nuclear power projects. 。 Organize and implement Technological innovation 2030 — “ Smart grid ” Major Project and National Key R&D Program projects in the energy sector, including “Renewable Energy Technologies,” “Clean and Efficient Coal Utilization,” and “Hydrogen Energy Technologies.” 。 Conduct in-depth deliberations on major science and technology projects in sectors such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

Promote new energy technologies Application Demonstration 。 Organize and carry out research to tackle core technologies in energy digitalization and intelligentization. and application demonstration 。 Promote the intelligent upgrading of power grid infrastructure. to make; to create; to build and the development of smart microgrids, Enhance the power grid’s capacity to accommodate, allocate, and regulate clean energy. Summary Construction of the nation’s first batch of intelligent demonstration coal mines Effectiveness, Promote the development of intelligent coal mines on a broader scale and at a higher level. Implementation The first batch of national energy nuclear power digital transformation technology demonstration projects. Explore and promote virtual power plants, reliable alternatives to new energy sources, advanced coal-fired power, and next-generation energy storage. Diversity New technologies such as applications 。

VI. Continuously advance Energy Governance Modernization of the system and capabilities

Soundness Improve energy systems Rule of law system ， Continuously deepen reforms of the energy system and mechanisms, strengthen energy regulation, and enhance governance of energy and power safety. Continuously enhancing energy governance. Level of system modernization 。

Soundness Improve energy legislation Regulations 。 Promote the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress to deliberate and adopt the… Energy Law 》， Accelerate the revision of the Renewable Energy Law, the Electricity Law, and the Coal Law. 。 Promote the revision of power grid dispatching. Management regulations, Measures for the Administration of Natural Gas Infrastructure Construction and Operation, Measures for the Fair and Open Supervision of Oil and Gas Pipeline Network Facilities, Regulations on Security Protection for Power Monitoring Systems Wait Rules and regulations 。

Deepen energy Reform in Key Areas 。 Deepen the reform of the power sector to support the development of a new-type power system. Issue guidelines on deepening power market reforms to promote the high-quality development of new energy sources. Strengthen the development of a nationwide unified electricity market system, advance the implementation of the basic rules for the electricity spot market, and formulate the “Basic Rules for the Electricity Ancillary Services Market,” the “Basic Rules on Information Disclosure in the Electricity Market,” and the “Basic Rules on Market Access and Registration.” Implement the two-part electricity pricing policy for coal-fired power. Provide guidance and drive the pilot regions of Shanxi, Guangdong, Gansu, Shandong, and Western Mongolia to continuously deepen electricity market‑oriented reforms. Steadily advance the South. 、 Development of electricity markets in the Beijing–Tianjin–Hebei and Yangtze River Delta regions. Deepen reform of the oil and gas sector, promote high-quality, fair, and open access to infrastructure, strengthen guidance and oversight of pipeline capacity allocation and utilization, accelerate interconnection and interoperability of pipeline networks, and support and guide provincial-level pipeline networks to integrate into the national pipeline network through market-based mechanisms.

Strengthen energy market regulation. Innovate energy regulatory approaches, strengthen oversight efforts, and safeguard a fair and equitable market environment. Conduct comprehensive regulation in the power sector in key provinces, launching targeted inspections to address issues such as inadequate enforcement of rules, restrictions on market competition, and insufficient information disclosure in power market operations, while reinforcing routine supervision of electricity trading and market order. Enhance regulatory oversight to ensure the fair and open access of grid and oil‑and‑gas pipeline infrastructure. Enhance the operational efficiency of power grids and oil and gas pipeline networks. . Fully leverage 12398 The energy regulatory hotline serves as a channel for addressing public concerns, helping to resolve the urgent, difficult, and pressing issues that the people care about.

Strengthening Power Safety Governance 。 Issue a policy on new… Type Electricity System Policy documents on safety governance and key requirements for preventing grid‑connection safety incidents involving new energy sources and other emerging grid‑connected entities. ， Revise the Measures for the Control and Management of Power Grid Safety Risks (Trial), and develop safety regulatory measures for deep peak‑shaving operations of coal‑fired generating units. Strengthen targeted safety oversight in key areas, Carry out Energy and Power System Three-Year Campaign to Tackle Root Causes and Strengthen Safety Production and also The second phase of the special campaign to enhance dam safety at hydropower stations, targeted oversight of construction safety and quality in power‑generation projects, and a special initiative to ensure distribution‑network safety. Ongoing efforts to advance the development of national‑level power emergency response bases and research centers, along with accelerated efforts to establish a real‑time data‑driven power reliability management system. Organization of a new round of designations for critical information infrastructure in the electricity, oil, and gas sectors, and prudent progress in the energy industry. Beidou scaling-up Application.

VII. Pragmatically advance International Cooperation in Energy

Closely monitor Changes in the International Energy Landscape ， Coordinated utilization The domestic and international markets 、 Two types of resources, Expand high-level international cooperation in the energy sector. ， Enhance Energy security under open conditions.

Enhancing Energy Security Assurance in an Open Economic Environment 。 Consolidate and develop International Coal Trade cooperation. Strengthen coordination with oil- and gas‑producing countries, advance practical cooperation, and continue to consolidate and refine a balanced, diversified oil and gas import system. Promote the achievement of power grid interconnection with neighboring countries. New Progress. Prudent. Promote in an orderly manner International cooperation on nuclear power projects.

Promote orderly cooperation across the clean energy industry chain. Building a new win-win model for the green and low-carbon transformation of the energy sector, and deepening the development of new energy. Source: International cooperation in scientific and technological innovation, Strengthen China and the EU are cooperating in key areas such as wind power, smart energy, and energy storage. ， Promote a batch of China-Europe Energy Technology Innovative cooperation demonstration projects have been launched and implemented. Conduct China ― ASEAN Clean Energy Capacity-Building Project Communication , promoting the establishment of China ― ASEAN Clean Energy Cooperation Center. Promote the joint establishment of a China–Arab Clean Energy Cooperation Center with countries such as Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. , strengthen Pragmatic cooperation in the field of hydrogen energy 。

Deeply engage in the transformation of international energy governance. 。 High-quality construction Belt and Road Energy Partnership and the Global Clean Energy Partnership 。 Continue to engage deeply within the United Nations framework and G20、 APEC 、 IEA 、 IRENA , Shanghai Cooperation Organization , BRICS 、 IFNEC An important multilateral mechanism in the energy sector. Continuous Improve China ― IRENA Building cooperative mechanisms. Actively participate G20 Energy Transformation The Council of Ministers, 2024 year IEA Ministerial Meeting on Energy Wait An important international conference. Organize and convene activities under the bilateral dialogue mechanism.

The energy authorities of all provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities directly under the central government, the branch offices of the National Energy Administration, and relevant energy enterprises shall, in accordance with these Guiding Opinions and in light of their respective regional and corporate circumstances, adopt innovative approaches to their work, strengthen capacity-building for energy security, and continuously achieve new progress in promoting high-quality energy development, thereby providing robust energy support for the comprehensive construction of a modern socialist country.

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   Source: National Energy Administration