(250325) -- BOAO, March 25, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Staff members demonstrate the procedure of plastic recycling in the Boao zero-carbon demonstration zone in Boao, south China's Hainan Province, March 25, 2025. China's Boao has announced the establishment of its first zero-carbon zone, a significant step forward in the country's pursuit of low-carbon development, according to authorities in Hainan.
One expert has said that the achievement is a pioneering example for global carbon reduction efforts, and underscores China's commitment to carbon neutrality and sustainable development.
Spanning about 190 hectares, the demonstration zone includes Dongyu Island, which is the permanent site of the annual Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) conference.
By focusing on green building renovation and renewable energy adoption, the demonstration zone has successfully reduced carbon dioxide emissions from buildings and other infrastructure from 11,300 tonnes in 2019 to zero tonnes in 2024, according to data from local authorities. (Xinhua/Xie Ziyi)
