<h1>China Starts 100 GW of Coal Power Projects in 2024, Raising Concerns Over Carbon Goals and Renewable Energy Impact</h1> China initiated construction on nearly 100 gigawatts of new coal power plant capacity in 2024, marking the highest level in nearly a decade, according to a report by two clean-energy groups. This development raises concerns about China's commitment to carbon reduction goals, potentially undermining its significant advancements in solar and wind energy. The report highlights that coal power may displace renewable energy sources, with fossil fuel electricity generation remaining high while solar and wind utilization dropped. Despite a decrease in proposals for new coal projects, China accounted for 93% of global coal power plant construction starts last year.