Renewable Energy Law of the People's Republic of China (Draft Amendment)

The draft applies within the territory and other sea areas under the jurisdiction of the People's Republic of China. It regulates the development and utilization of wind, solar, hydropower, biomass, geothermal, ocean and ambient thermal energy, as well as electricity, heat and hydrogen derived from them; direct burning of straw, firewood or manure in low-efficiency stoves is excluded. It requires resource surveys, development planning and project management, and promotes renewable energy development, grid connection and transmission, market trading, consumption and use. It also establishes mechanisms for green finance, statistics and supervision. Relevant operators must obtain permits or complete filings as required, comply with environmental protection, work safety and occupational disease prevention requirements, and fulfill obligations concerning fair access, record retention and information reporting.