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[^2]\n\nDigital infrastructure is described as the backbone of the digital era, functioning similarly to water, electricity, and roads to enable effective computing and data transmission. [^3]\n\nAt the end of July, China's installed solar capacity reached 1.286 million megawatts. [^4]\n\nChina has committed to reaching its peak carbon emissions by 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2060. [^5]\n\nChina had 1,288 gigawatts of solar capacity by the end of July, compared to 1,285 gigawatts of coal capacity, according to energy administration figures and state media. [^6]\n\nSolar energy generation remains significantly lower than coal generation because solar power cannot produce electricity when the sun is not shining. [^7]\n\nWind and solar energy combined represented 24.6% of China's energy mix in the first half of the year, while coal accounted for 49.7%. [^8]\n\nThe author states that digital infrastructure allows for effective computing power, fast data transmission, and connected services. [^9]\n\nThe article introduces a specific discussion regarding the three invisible foundations that support China's digital infrastructure. 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