Abstract: Under the “dual carbon” goals, systematically examines the current status, challenges, and countermeasures of low-carbon transformation in China’s home appliance industry. Industry data from 2024 shows that the main business revenue of home appliances reached 1.95 trillion yuan, with production rebounding but carbon emissions remaining a prominent issue. Corporate carbon emissions exhibit a divergent trend: for instance, Haier Smart Home reduced its emissions by 23.86% in 2023, while TCL and Midea saw increases exceeding 50%. The industry faces challenges such as reliance on energy structure, insufficient technological innovation, and weak supply chain collaboration. Both domestic and international experiences indicate the need for policy guidance and technological innovation to drive transformation. Domestic research primarily focuses on technological innovation, environmental regulations, and industrial chain collaboration. Recommendations include: strengthening R&D in energy-saving and emission-reduction technologies, optimizing the energy structure, and striving to achieve zero growth in manufacturing sector carbon emissions by 2030; improving the carbon trading market by expanding coverage and enhancing carbon price effectiveness; enhancing talent cultivation, promoting technological transformation, and industrial upgrading; expanding green foreign trade to elevate value chain status.

Key words: Carbon neutrality, Peak carbon emissions, Home appliance industry, Transformation and upgrading