The Chinese-Norwegian Cooperation on Short-Lived Climate Forcers (ChiNorClimate) studies the effects of methane and black and organic carbon emissions on air pollution, climate change, and health in China. Composed of expert teams from Norway and China, ChiNorClimate works to achieve near-term solutions and contribute to mitigate climate change and improve air-quality and health.

Our Mission

ChiNorClimate strives to increase knowledge and support the development of strategies and policy options for methane and black and organic carbon emissions in China.

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Through targeted research, collaboration, and capacity building, we aim to significantly reduce these potent climate pollutants, contributing to improved air quality, public health, and global climate resilience.

Supported by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs via the Norwegian embassy in Beijing, the project exemplifies international cooperation. The Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences (CRAES) spearheads the initiative domestically, ensuring alignment with China’s environmental priorities, while the Norwegian Environment Agency (NEA) coordinates efforts from Norway, fostering mutual learning and exchange of expertise.

Our Projects

Black Carbon Project

The Black Carbon project aims to reduce emissions from key sources like residential combustion and industrial processes in northern China, improving air quality and mitigating climate impacts. Led by the Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences (CRAES) and the Norwegian Environment Agency (NEA), the project fosters collaboration between China and Norway to develop cleaner technologies and practices. This initiative supports China’s 2060 carbon neutrality goal and global efforts to address short-lived climate pollutants.

Methane Project

The Methane project focuses on reducing emissions from waste treatment and livestock production in northern China by developing cost-effective solutions and strategies. It aims to improve local emission data and recommend control technologies, contributing to China’s 2060 carbon neutrality goal and commitments under the Paris Agreement. The project is jointly led by the Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences (CRAES) and the Norwegian Environment Agency (NEA), strengthening collaboration to mitigate climate change, improve air quality and reduce food loss by recommending solutions to reduce methane emissions.

Recent news

Latest Publications for Short-Term Climate Forcers

ChiNorClimate is committed to documenting discoveries, informing about new estimates of effects on climate, air quality, and health, and sharing the latest news, statistics, and research regarding short-term climate Forcers.


Report from field trip to Asuwei Park

Methane Project
A field study of methane control and resource recovery at Beijing’s Asuwei landfill and incineration plant, providing a practical waste-sector case.

The Chinese delegation visited Oslo, Norway for exchange and communication.

Methane Project
The Chinese delegation of the methane project team visited Oslo for exchanges from November 19 to 21, 2025.

Field Trip to Two Animal Farms in Zhejiang

Methane Project
The project team conducted field visits to two modern demonstration livestock farms in Zhejiang Province.