China’s power system needs climate proofing
Rising use of air con calls for more energy storage, electricity pricing reform and sturdier grid infrastructure, write two experts from think-tank Ember
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NGOs and fishers are seeking solutions to the problem, which harms marine life indiscriminately and hampers fishing operations
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How can China’s renewables sector take steps towards achieving gender equality?
Data transparency and a commitment from businesses could help improve representation and begin eliminating barriers faced by women
Q&A: Can China’s ‘ecological redlines’ help other countries hit conservation goals?
China’s experience of drawing up protected areas and satellite cooperation with Brazil can boost progress towards 2030 targets, scientist Gao Jixi tells Dialogue Earth
COP29: Hostile climate talks end with a new finance target – and fury
Delayed talks bring USD 300 billion pledge to support developing countries’ climate action, but critics scorn deal as an ‘optical illusion’ made in ‘bad faith’
What China’s green ‘overcapacity’ could mean for the Global South
While the US and EU impose tariffs in response, some developing economies see opportunities to benefit from China’s green manufacturing strengths
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