Researchers present an innovative framework for achieving carbon neutrality in urban areas in a paper published in Environmental Science and Ecotechnology . The study, which focuses on Wuyishan, a service-oriented city in southern China, highlights the importance of inclusive strategies that consider both indoor and outdoor greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for effective carbon mitigation. This study presents a strategy for urban carbon neutrality. It introduces a thorough method of calculating and reducing greenhouse gas emissions and highlights the importance of the often-overlooked off-boundary emissions, which account for 42 % of Wuyishan's total emissions. This approach innovatively combines life-cycle assessments with sector-specific analyzes that cover all aspects of a city's emissions. In Wuyishan, mitigations include expanding solar power, switching to electric vehicles, and improving agricultural practices. The study highlights the need to address both internal and external sources of emissions to develop effective carbon reduction strategies. This is particularly important for cities in developing countries, which face unique challenges and opportunities for sustainable growth due to rapid urbanization and industrial change. (TransSpread)