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Caribbeans

(1,162 posts)
Tue May 6, 2025, 05:29 PM May 6

"US Officials Stunned by China's Green Leap":Dachen Island's Zero-Carbon Shift Leaves Washington Scrambling for Answers


Illustration of Dachen Island transformed into China's first zero-carbon island powered by wind energy (AI-generated). Credit: Ideogram.

“U.S. Officials Stunned by China’s Green Leap”: Dachen Island’s Zero-Carbon Shift Leaves Washington Scrambling for Answers

In an unprecedented move towards sustainable living, Taizhou Power Supply Company has transformed China's Dachen Island into the nation's first zero-carbon island, setting a new benchmark for eco-friendly innovation.

Sustainability-Times.com | Rosemary Potter | May 6, 2025

In a groundbreaking move, Taizhou Power Supply Company has transformed Dachen Island into China’s first zero-carbon island, setting a new standard in sustainable living. Located 29 nautical miles off the coast of Taizhou City in Zhejiang Province, Dachen Island is now a beacon of renewable energy, powered entirely by wind. This transformation not only highlights China’s commitment to a greener future but also demonstrates the practical application of innovative technologies to reduce carbon footprints. As the island embraces this eco-friendly lifestyle, it serves as an inspiring model for communities worldwide looking to adopt similar sustainable practices.

Dachen Island: A Pioneer in Sustainable Living

Historically recognized as the testing ground for China’s first-generation wind turbines, Dachen Island has evolved into a shining example of green innovation. Over the years, the island has undergone significant infrastructure upgrades, allowing it to achieve zero carbon emissions. This transformation has been spearheaded by the installation of wind turbines that harness the island’s abundant wind resources to generate electricity. Today, every facet of life on Dachen Island, from cooking to lighting, is powered by this renewable energy source.

By eliminating reliance on fossil fuels, Dachen Island has reduced its energy costs by nearly 20%, proving that sustainable living can also be economically viable. The island’s transition is a crucial step in China’s broader aspirations for a greener future, encouraging other regions to consider similar eco-friendly advancements. As more communities look to reduce their carbon footprints, Dachen Island stands as a testament to what is possible when innovation meets environmental responsibility.

In a groundbreaking move, Taizhou Power Supply Company has transformed Dachen Island into China’s first zero-carbon island, setting a new standard in sustainable living. Located 29 nautical miles off the coast of Taizhou City in Zhejiang Province, Dachen Island is now a beacon of renewable energy, powered entirely by wind. This transformation not only highlights China’s commitment to a greener future but also demonstrates the practical application of innovative technologies to reduce carbon footprints. As the island embraces this eco-friendly lifestyle, it serves as an inspiring model for communities worldwide looking to adopt similar sustainable practices.....more
https://www.sustainability-times.com/energy/u-s-officials-stunned-by-chinas-green-leap-dachen-islands-zero-carbon-shift-leaves-washington-scrambling-for-answers/

Murikant's argue - some (even here) say wind turbines are "useless junk" !!!
China builds

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"US Officials Stunned by China's Green Leap":Dachen Island's Zero-Carbon Shift Leaves Washington Scrambling for Answers (Original Post) Caribbeans May 6 OP
China is completely full of shit. Basso8vb May 6 #1
China should bellieve EVERYTHING from the US Caribbeans May 6 #2
Do you usually argue with people from within another dimension? Basso8vb May 6 #3
So called "renewable energy" is not green, and it's not clean, nor is it sustainable. NNadir May 6 #4
"AI generated" says it all. nt eppur_se_muova May 6 #5

Basso8vb

(955 posts)
1. China is completely full of shit.
Tue May 6, 2025, 05:31 PM
May 6

Believe nothing from Beijing.

China, the land of shortcuts and fakery.

Caribbeans

(1,162 posts)
2. China should bellieve EVERYTHING from the US
Tue May 6, 2025, 05:35 PM
May 6

- a has been now bankrupt of ideas other than war



The obvious decline is accelerating

Basso8vb

(955 posts)
3. Do you usually argue with people from within another dimension?
Tue May 6, 2025, 06:22 PM
May 6

Because your response is not an argument to my post whatsoever.

NNadir

(35,809 posts)
4. So called "renewable energy" is not green, and it's not clean, nor is it sustainable.
Tue May 6, 2025, 06:53 PM
May 6

This is true everywhere in the world, in the case of wind energy, steel is made, like the hydrogen that our fossil fuel sales people want to greenwash here, in that country, using coal.

There are zero places on this planet where wind energy supplies all of the energy needs of a significant population. The use of wind energy requires the use of fossil fuels.

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