'City of the future' champions green energy

The heating, ventilation and air conditioning system, which incorporates high-performance thermal insulation materials and structures, and is powered by geothermal and solar energy in conjunction with a chilled and hot water storage system, will also reduce the project's emissions by 31.3 percent.

Xu said the project will purchase green electricity and carbon credits to offset the remainder of its emissions.

He emphasized the role of a direct current distribution system in improving electricity consumption efficiency at the center.

Solar power generation produces direct current, which typically needs to be converted to alternating current for use by common electrical appliances. However, this conversion results in energy loss, he noted.

He said in this project, many electrical facilities, such as lighting, charging piles and air conditioning units, utilize direct current distribution, thereby avoiding these losses.

Looking ahead, Kong, the official at the Xiong'an development and reform bureau, envisions the new area as a global pioneer in sustainable energy.

To achieve this, Xiong'an is accelerating the development of a standardized framework for green energy. A dedicated technical committee comprising top energy experts has been established to advance research into a modern, replicable urban energy standard system.

The new area has so far introduced five key policies to drive its low-carbon transition, including plans for near-zero-energy buildings and hydrogen application pilot programs. These measures aim to create a comprehensive support system for clean energy development.

"Firmly adhering to plan-led development, Xiong'an New Area is accelerating the construction of a secure, stable and green energy supply system alongside an efficient energy utilization framework, aiming to establish a world-class model for urban energy systems," he said.

Zhang Yu contributed to this story.

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