Last October saw the launch of a European Union probe designed to determine whether Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) benefitted unfairly from state subsidies. Many saw this as the culmination of European Commission efforts under President Ursula von der Leyen to pursue EU autonomy in green technologies vis-à-vis China. However, with barely two months left until … Read more
On February 1, 2024, after renewing diplomatic ties with Nauru, a former ally of Taiwan, Qian Bo, China’s special envoy to Pacific Island nations, expressed China’s willingness to cooperate with Nauru in combating climate change. This initiative is part of a wider trend in China’s engagement with developing countries on environmental issues. Over the past … Read more
In recent years, Apple has positioned itself as a climate leader. In 2020, the company declared that it had achieved carbon neutrality across its corporate operations, and last September, it released a short video in which Apple employees and CEO Tim Cook defended the company’s climate record to Mother Nature herself. However, Apple’s supply chain … Read more
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
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
Advertisement There are reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping will announce an agreement to build the Power of Siberia-2 natural gas pipeline as early as October, during Putin’s planned visit to China. Construction of the pipeline appears unlikely but can’t be ruled out. The Power of Siberia 2 pipeline faces … Read more
Advertisement With Russia’s invasion of Ukraine disrupting fossil fuel supplies and prices, global attention to energy security has heightened. Ensuring affordable and secure supplies of energy resources, or energy security, is an uphill battle for China, which has massive energy demand but constrained domestic supply. With climate change and geopolitics worsening, coupled with the need … Read more
Advertisement In recent weeks, China has hosted high-level state visits from the presidents of France, Brazil, and Gabon. Climate change emerged as a central theme during these visits, emphasizing foreign partners’ enthusiasm to cooperate with China on climate issues and showcasing China’s expanding influence in global climate change partnerships. Decarbonization has emerged as a cornerstone … Read more