In 2025, the national carbon market will add steel, cement, and electrolytic aluminum industries, expanding coverage to 8 billion tons of emissions. The Government Work Report mandates establishing a product carbon footprint management system and carbon labeling certification regime to counter international green trade barriers. Zhejiang Province plans to certify 10 zero-carbon factories annually, while Sichuan unveiled a pilot program for zero-carbon industrial parks to test multi-energy synergies and smart carbon management systems. Data shows 2024 national carbon market turnover reached ¥18.1 billion ($2.57 billion USD), with non-fossil energy consumption rising to 28.6% of total energy use.