September 2025
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Green Artificial Intelligence: China Navigating the AI Environmental Paradox
Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of technological innovation, promising to revolutionise industries and enhance efficiencies across various sectors. But as AI’s capabilities expand, so does its environmental footprint. By 2030, AI data centers are projected to consume up to 3% of global electricity, a significant increase from current levels. Energy Consumption Challenge The Continue reading
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China calls for strengthening Biosphere Reserve system
As Trump pulls USA out of UNESCO China’s Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang on September 22, 2025 called for joint efforts to strengthen the construction of UNESCO biosphere reserves, to promote the harmonious co-existence of humanity and nature, and to achieve synergistic progress between the economy and the environment. Ding said that China has achieved remarkable Continue reading
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China’s Energy Cooperation Strengthens SCO Alliance
China’s energy initiatives at the recent Shanghai Coopperation Organisation meeting strengthened alliances and energy diplomacy with Russia, India and Central Asia. This year’s SCO summit drew unprecedented attention due to shifting global dynamics. Climate cooperation emerged as a key theme. China proposed a new SCO development bank, and pledged CNY 2 billion in grants and Continue reading
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China has enacted its first National Park law
China has introduced its inaugural national park legislation, aiming to safeguard natural ecosystems through a robust legal framework. The law establishes stringent protection measures and integrates national parks within the country’s ecological conservation strategy. Chinese legislators have officially adopted the nation’s first comprehensive law on national parks, designed to ensure the preservation and integrity of Continue reading
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China launches first domestic heavy duty gas turbine
New Engine Reduces 1 Million Tons Carbon Emissions Annually China launches its first domestically developed 110 MW gas turbine, enhancing energy efficiency and technology. The Taihang 110 is described by AECC as a versatile powerhouse, capable of rapid start-up and demonstrating high combined-cycle thermal efficiency. Its design allows for operation on various fuels, including oil, Continue reading
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China to convert old coal plants to nuclear power?
China to convert old coal plants to nuclear power? A Chinese state-owned energy infrastructure group has proposed a decarbonization plan that would increase the country’s use of nuclear power. The China Energy Engineering Group Co (CEEC) is studying ways to convert retiring coal-fired power facilities into nuclear power plants, according to recent research reports. CEEC’s “Coal to Continue reading
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China’s Development of Solid-State Hydrogen Storage Technology and Ascendency in Rare Earth Metals
China is investing in developing solid-state hydrogen storage as one of the key technological pathways to overcome the bottleneck for hydrogen energy storage and transportation. Over the past several decades, China has emerged as the world’s dominant force in the Rare Earth Elements (REE) sector. These metals have become one of the most crucial and Continue reading
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China’s bold move reshapes Latin America’s energy dynamics
China & Three BRICS Allies Back Venezuela Against US Energy Sanctions Banditry As the Trump regime escalates US sanctions aimed at isolating Venezuela, China has stepped in to help the Latin American nation with infrastructure, investment, and skilled workers. China has also consistently condemned the US sanctions and Trump’s latest aggressive military buildup in the Caribbean Continue reading
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China’s vast arid regions – combining solar energy generation and ecological restoration
In the arid northwestern region of China, a solar farm is transforming the landscape and improving the local environment. The interaction between solar technology and the environment here illustrates how renewable energy developments can have multifaceted impacts. Spanning hundreds of square kilometers, this vast array of photovoltaic panels not only harnesses the sun’s rays to Continue reading
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China’s green ammonia ships – potential to replace 91% of maritime fossil fuels
China has taken a significant step towards maritime decarbonization with the completion of the world’s first green ammonia ship bunkering operation. This groundbreaking achievement was executed at Dalian Port using renewable ammonia produced by Envision Energy’s plant in Chifeng. The operation marks a considerable milestone in the maritime industry, demonstrating the feasibility of using green ammonia Continue reading
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China has built world’s largest energy transmission network
Sets example to world China now powers its eastern megacities with 80% of their power from renewable sources through its West-to-East Power Transmission Project. Last year, 2.4 trillion kilowatt-hours of electricity were transmitted from western China to the east – that’s enough to power five Germanys. More than 80% of that electricity came from clean, Continue reading
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Top Mathematician Secretly Leaves US For China
Recently, Jang Yang, a world-class Chinese mathematician in his 70s, resigned from his tenured professorship at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and moved back to China with his family. He has been appointed chief scientist at Sunyasan University in Guangdong, becoming one of the most significant figures in the wave of overseas Chinese scholars returning home. In a Continue reading
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Vietnam and China discuss energy cooperation and rail connectivity
Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with China’s President Xi Jinping on August 31 as part of the PM’s working trip to Tianjin to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025. Chinese President Xi underlined the promotion of infrastructure connectivity, especially railways, and agreed to the early convening of the joint railway committee and accelerate Continue reading
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