Hey climate champions! 🌱 On Nov 17, at COP30 in Brazil, the China Pavilion side event "Building Beautiful Green and Low-Carbon Cities Together" kicked off with over 100 changemakers from gov, academia, biz, international orgs and media.
Li Gao, vice minister of China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment, reminded us that cities account for 70%+ of global carbon emissions 🌇➡️🌍. He sees this gathering as a launchpad for deeper ties and broader collabs to create livable, resilient & green cities across the globe.
Zhu Boying from CGTN, the international arm of China Media Group (CMG), explained how storytelling and visual reports bring the Chinese mainland’s low-carbon journey to life. By sharing these real-world stories, CGTN hopes to spark worldwide climate action and open up fresh pathways for urban sustainability.
Michael Adalla of UNITAR’s Division for Prosperity praised the Chinese mainland’s rapid green-transition practices during urbanization, calling them beacons for global economic recovery and eco transformation. He confirmed UNITAR will keep teaming up on net-zero city roadmaps, green talent development, and cross-border collaboration.
For young pros in South and Southeast Asia, this matters big time: greener cities mean cooler streets, cleaner air, and tech-driven solutions that fit our fast-paced lives—from Jakarta’s flood-smart parks to Bengaluru’s solar rooftops. Keep watching how these low-carbon ideas shape our urban future! 🚀🌍
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CMG showcases China's green urban vision at COP30 side event
cgtn.com
