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China’s 2035 NDC: Emissions to Drop 7-10%, Analysts Concerned
There are targets, and then there’s reality, and China’s 2035 NDC perfectly embodies this. While the targets are weak, it is hard to imagine that they weren’t set on purpose, just to be broken afterwards — a habit China has demonstrated over the years.
China’s Green Manufacturing Industry Brings Massive Investments to 54 Countries
A new database reveals that a rapid acceleration in overseas investment by Chinese green technology manufacturers is reshaping the global clean-tech landscape and bringing economic benefits to over 50 countries worldwide, with ASEAN attracting the most capital.
The EU-China Meeting Marks a New Era in Climate Diplomacy
The world has reached the moment when emissions must peak to keep the 1.5°C target within reach and avert the most devastating impacts of climate change. In the absence of the US, the China-EU climate cooperation offers hope that this might still be possible.
China’s CO2 Emissions Fall For the First Time
China's accelerated renewable energy deployment has allowed it to slash emissions and unlock the numerous benefits of the green energy transition, giving Southeast Asian nations a push to recognise and capitalise on the benefits of decarbonising their economies — from cost-cutting and energy security to ensuring a liveable future.
China’s Oil Demand Dropped: Experts See Start of a Trend
The drop in the demand for oil-based fuels in China signals that their peak might be getting closer in what could prove a watershed moment not only for the global oil markets, but also for Asian countries that look toward China for inspiration on how to decarbonise their economies.
China’s Coal Plants Are Risking its Energy Transition
China's renewed commitment to coal, marked by the construction of 94.5 gigawatts of new coal power capacity in 2024, poses a significant threat to its climate goals. Despite ambitious renewable energy expansion, the reliance on coal and the rise in coal gasification could undermine efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and hinder the country's transition to cleaner energy sources.
China GDP Breakdown: Clean Technology Sectors Driving Economic Growth
China’s GDP growth is increasingly driven by the clean energy sector, reflecting the country’s shift...
Coal Phase-out Accelerates Globally Except in China: ‘Boom and Bust’ 2023
Thanks to its unprecedented renewable energy capacity additions, China was poised to be a leader in the battle against climate change. However, its coal pivot risks tarnishing that.
China’s Fossil Fuel Addiction and the Green Transition
China's renewables development leads the world by a more than a two-to-one ratio, but its fossil fuel usage still accounts for more than 50% of its power production needs, creating the world’s highest GHG emissions.
Go Clean ICBC: Fossil Fuels Continue to Dominate the Investments of Chinese Banks
China and its state and privately owned banks' continued support for coal projects are the main lifeline for the dirtiest fuel. However, with global decarbonisation efforts underway, supporting projects like these can also bear massive financial and reputational risks.
China’s Coal Imports Drop and the Imminent Effect on Coal Exporters
China's latest decision to reduce coal imports has shocked countries like Australia. Yet, aside from the challenges there are opportunities.
Debunking Net-Zero in Asia: Is It Even Possible?
Net-zero by 2050 in Asia is the desirable scenario, but, judging by the current progress,...
China’s Growing LNG Dependence – Is Increasing Imports the Solution?
In 2021 China became the world's largest LNG importer. This was in response to growing energy demands for economic growth, volatile energy costs, and lower than expected domestic generation. Will this be a sustainable option for China?
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