China and Europe Can Learn From Each Other’s Energy Transitions

China’s Climate Diplomacy Surge 

In the wake of COP28, the global commitment to tripling renewable energy capacity resonates as a cornerstone in the journey toward a sustainable future. China and Europe, both giants in the renewable energy landscape, are following distinct paths on energy and climate policy, but face similar challenges and embrace common aspirations. At this year’s COP28, … Read more

China’s Growing Offshore Wind Energy Drive

China’s Growing Offshore Wind Energy Drive

Advertisement Although more expensive to develop than its onshore equivalent, the offshore wind industry is expected to grow rapidly in the coming years, with developers increasingly honing in on floating offshore wind turbines. At sea, wind turbines can take advantage of stronger winds, thus generating a higher output. Two additional advantages contribute to a higher … Read more

China, Europe, and the Great Electric Vehicle Race

China’s EV Export Boom Is Bringing Southeast Asia Into Beijing’s Orbit

Advertisement The electric vehicle (EV) sector has become a cornerstone of the EU’s environmental policy, as made evident by the establishment of the Fit for 55 legislation review package. The package set the ambitious targets of a 55 percent reduction in car emissions and a 50 percent reduction in van emissions by 2030. This policy … Read more

Germany Prods China on Ukraine War As Leaders Pledge To Work Together on Climate

Germany’s National Security Strategy and the China Challenge

Advertisement Germany’s chancellor pressed China to lean harder on Russia over its war in Ukraine on Tuesday, while leaders from both countries pledged to work together to combat climate change as two of the world’s biggest carbon dioxide emitters. Chancellor Olaf Scholz and about half of his Cabinet hosted a delegation led by Chinese Premier … Read more