A charging gun in Quzhou, Zhejiang province. [Photo/Tide News]

A total of 27 charging guns at 11 sites in Longyou county, Quzhou, have begun trial operations, according to Tide News on Sept 24.

As the market for new energy vehicles continues to grow, the number of such vehicles in Longyou is also on the rise, leading to increased adoption in rural areas. The county plans to install 45 additional charging guns by 2024.

By the end of June, the county had successfully built 97 public charging guns, exceeding its annual construction target. This initiative aims to enhance sustainable transportation and promote green travel in rural communities.

Zhejiang, the birthplace of China's concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets", is trying to beautify itself through green initiatives amid the country's drive to peak carbon emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality before 2060.

Quzhou Electric Power Co of the State Grid — the world's largest utility shouldering a dual task of safeguarding the nation's energy security and spurring economic growth — has organized a zero-carbon service team, launching projects where "zero-carbon can make one greener, richer and more beautiful".

The projects include erecting and operating photovoltaic facilities, upgrading electric power lines, expanding charging stations for new electric vehicles and promoting greener homestays — in accordance with the local conditions of each place, the State Grid branch said.