# Beijing

Type: government

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## Timeline

- **2026-03-24**: Infrastructure Milestone — Reports confirm digital infrastructure is now the primary driver of city operations and logistics.
- **2023-12-01**: Digital Twin Launch — The first phase of the city's digital twin platform becomes fully operational for municipal management.
- **2020-08-01**: UHV Power Line Operational — The Zhangjiakou-Xiongan ultra-high voltage line begins delivering 100% clean energy.
- **2019-01-01**: Master Plan Approved — The central government approves the detailed master plan for Xiongan's urban development.
- **2017-04-01**: Establishment Announced — China announces the creation of Xiongan New Area as a national-level development zone.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Xiongan's Digital Twin: China's Blueprint for the Smart, Green Megacity
2026-03-24 07:45:04 · Sentiment: Bullish · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2

China's Xiongan New Area is emerging as a global benchmark for digital-first urban development, integrating a 'digital twin' city with 100% clean energy infrastructure. The project aims to relieve Beijing's congestion while pioneering smart grid and IoT technologies at an unprecedented scale.
Full story: https://getclimatebrief.com/story/xiongan-digital-infrastructure-city-of-future

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