Research on the status of coal consumption and total control targets in Inner Mongolia under the carbon peaking goal

Zhang Tingting; Xie Xiaomin

Abstract：As an important center for energy and strategic resources in China,Inner Mongolia's industrial and energy consumption structure primarily relies on coal.However,the high proportion of coal consumption poses a significant challenge for Inner Mongolia to achieve its dual carbon goals and promote industrial transformation and development.Based on an in-depth analysis of Inner Mongolia's current status of coal industry development and the new situations and requirements it faces,this article explores the total coal consumption control target under the carbon peak goal.It also proposes corresponding coal control paths and suggestions.The study reveals that to achieve Inner Mongolia's energy-related carbon emissions'carbon peak goal before 2030,coal consumption needs to stabilize between 320 million to 340 million tons of standard coal.If significant results in coal control and carbon reduction projects are achieved,and renewable energy develops further,coal consumption can be reduced to less than 200 million tons of standard coal.Under the coal control scenario,Inner Mongolia's CO2 emissions would reach their peak around 2032,with a peak value of about 920 million tons.Moreover,under the strengthened coal control scenario,Inner Mongolia's CO2 emissions would reach a peak as early as 2025,with a peak value of about 810 million tons.To achieve Inner Mongolia's carbon peak goal,it is necessary to comprehensively formulate strategic plans for coal reduction and development.Differentiated control plans and measures should be developed for various industries,and green and low-carbon technologies should be promoted through technological innovation.Additionally,market-oriented regulatory mechanisms must be established and improved.