Yantai in East China's Shandong province is transforming into a national exemplar of green development, achieving a 20.9 percent reduction in energy intensity over three years while maintaining strong economic growth.

This industrial powerhouse is carrying out a comprehensive strategy that integrates pioneering clean energy projects, deep industrial transformation, and practical zero-carbon community initiatives.

The city leads in clean energy innovation with multiple provincial "firsts", including the inaugural nuclear power and offshore wind electricity in Shandong. Its ambitious energy transition is complemented by significant industrial upgrades, where companies in key development zones are achieving breakthroughs like 40 percent energy savings through smart manufacturing.

Concurrently, zero-carbon living is becoming more tangible through projects like nuclear heating for urban residents and self-sufficient solar-wind infrastructure in pilot communities on Changdao Island.

By successfully aligning economic development with environmental sustainability, Yantai provides a replicable blueprint for industrial cities pursuing green transition pathways. Its integrated approach demonstrates how clean energy leadership, industrial innovation, and community-level applications can synergistically drive meaningful climate action while supporting continued prosperity.