ALL
ALL
-
China’s Global Leadership in Green Development: An Editorial Perspective
All too often news in the Western media on China’s environmental efforts is clouded by anti-China distortion, if not outright hysteria and racism. However, it is now evident to most of the world that in the global battle for ecological rationality and equity, China has increasingly emerged as the international leader for Green development and Continue reading
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
Colombia joins Belt and Road Initiative
https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202505/1334800.shtml China-Latin America BRI cooperation accelerates > The Latin American country of Colombia has formally joined the China’s ***Belt and Road Initiative***, as reported by *Global Times. **** ***During the Colombian President Gustavo Petro’s visit to China in mid-May, the two countries signed a cooperation plan on jointly building the Silk Road Economic Belt and Continue reading
-
SCO environmental protection cooperation enhanced
Members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) have achieved progress regarding environmental protection cooperation, further promoting green economy and sustainable development among them, a Chinese environmental official said. Xinhua news agency reports that Guo Fang, China’s vice minister of Ecology and Environment, said an environmental information sharing platform of the SCO has been established to share environment-related laws, Continue reading
-
China’s renewables cut global CO2 growth
China is the world’s manaufacturing superpower, as this chart shows. It is important to understand how we account for China’s contirbutions to global CO2 emissions. CO2 emissions can be accounted for using two main methods: This second approach helps to understand the true carbon footprint of a country’s consumption and its impact on global emissions. China now Continue reading
-
Pakistan’s first-ever mass rapid urban transit train service built by China
The Orange Line Metro Train, built under the framework of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) in Pakistan’s east Lahore city, is Pakistan’s first-ever mass rapid urban transit train service. It has been making travel and life easier for local passengers. The system has handled 260 million passenger trips since its launch in 2020. The line, Continue reading
-
Major Australian iron ore giant pulls out of US: abandons dollar for Chinese yuan to fund clean enegy
China and Australia are increasingly focusing on green steel production, utilizing hydrogen as a cleaner alternative to traditional coal-based methods, which are highly carbon-intensive.China is the world’s largest steel producer, generating over 1 billion metric tons annually. Australia is the largest supplier of iron ore to China, providing over 65% of the Asian giant’s imports, Continue reading
-
Chinese, international scientists urge greater collaboration for sustainable development
Chinese and international scientists have called on the global scientific community to unite and make greater contributions toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals through continued exploration at the frontiers of science and technology. The remarks were made in Beijing on Saturday at a seminar titled “Sustainable Development and Inclusive Collaboration: Responsibilities of the Scientific Community,” Continue reading
-
China-U.S. reach a trade war truce
After China-U.S. talks in Geneva, Switzerland, over the weekend, the world woke up to a 90-day pause in tariffs. Both the sides agreed to roll back most of the newer tariffs, meaning: * U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods from 145% to 30%* Chinese tariffs on U.S. goods from 125% to 10% China has said that they will Continue reading
-
China’s Maritime Silk Road: backbone for the BRICS bloc
China’s Maritime Silk Road (MSR), as a key part of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), forms the backbone for the BRICS trading bloc. It is a comprehensive system of world-class, deep-water ports across Global South countries. With most of these ports now fully operational the Maritime Silk Road is re-routing the world’s resource flows. China now does more trade Continue reading
-
China: materials recovered from end-of-life EV batteries & solar cells powering “circular economy”
Costly components such as lithium along with other materials such as cobalt and nickel, hold their value beyond the life of the batteries powering China’s massive electric-vehicle (EV) industry. “There is huge potential in the business of new-energy waste, because new energy is where China and the world are going,” said the sales manager at Continue reading
-
China vows to strengthen black soil protection
China’s top court and procuratorate issued a judicial interpretation on Tuesday, vowing to continue the crackdown on crimes that damage black soil resources. The 14-article legal document interprets the Black Soil Protection Law, which took effect in August 2022, in order to help judges and prosecutors efficiently tackle criminal cases related to black soil and better Continue reading
-
China’s dominance in global chip research
Semiconductors are a critical part of almost every modern electronic device. In electronics, a chip refers to a small piece of semiconductor that contains electronic circuits that store and process information. Today they can contain billions of microscopic switches on a chip smaller than a fingernail. The Center for Security and Emerging Technology (ETO) at Georgetown University, Washington, D.C., publishes the Research Continue reading
-
How China helped Southeast Asia become a top exporter of solar equipment
China-backed renewable energy projects in Southeast Asia have attracted capital, created jobs and supported the upgrading of local industries. How will China and its ASEAN neighbours respond to US restrictions aimed at stifling the region’s renewable energy expansion? In little over a decade, Southeast Asia has become one of the world’s top exporters of solar Continue reading
-
China Releases Regulations on the Protection of New Plant Varieties
On May 1, 2025, China’s State Council released the Regulations on the Protection of New Plant Varieties (中华人民共和国植物新品种保护条例). The revised regulations, which are set to take effect on June 1, strengthen the protection of rights to new plant varieties and to encourage innovation in the seed industry. New plant varieties refer to those that are artificially bred or developed Continue reading
-
Chinese scientists combine AI and satellite tech to monitor urban river pollution
A study from Chinese researchers demonstrates how combining satellite imagery, land use data, and machine learning can improve pollution monitoring in fast-changing urban rivers. The study focuses on non-optically active pollutants in the Weihe River Basin and showcases promising results for remote, data-driven water quality assessments. In a significant advance for environmental monitoring, a study Continue reading
-
China approves 10 new reactors, boosting nuclear power for climate goals
China is on a clear trajectory to dominate the global nuclear power industry by 2030. According to the China Nuclear Energy Association’s recent report, the nation now has102 nuclear reactors in various stages of operation, construction, or approval. This monumental achievement marks the first time China has surpassed the rest of the world in overall nuclear power scale. With Continue reading
-
Breakthrough by Chinese Scientists Promises Leap in Clean Ammonia and Fuel Cell Efficiency
Scientists at University of Science and Technology of China (USTC), working alongside the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (DICP), have come up with a game-changing catalyst system that could shake things up for both ammonia production and fuel cell technology. Their approach, called tandem catalysis, uses a clever dual-interface setup that speeds up reaction times and boosts energy efficiency—all while Continue reading
-
China’s Launches Giant 20-Megawatt, Typhoon-Resistant Floating Wind Turbine – World’s Largest
In a groundbreaking move towards sustainable energy, China has launched the world’s largest floating wind turbine, the “Qihang,” which promises to significantly reduce carbon emissions and set new standards in renewable energy technology. The “Qihang” turbine exemplifies a remarkable leap in renewable energy technology. Independently developed by Chinese sate-owned CRRC Corporation Limited, this 20 MW floating Continue reading
-
Environmental Fund On Agenda Of BRICS Foreign Ministers
Pressuring richer countries to increase investments in funds for low income ones to combat climate change is a key priority for the Brazilian presidency of BRICS, as the bloc’s foreign ministers met on April 28 and 29 in Rio de Janeiro. As the host of the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference in 2025 (COP30), Continue reading
-
World first: Chinese scientists refuel thorium reactor without shutdown
Chinese scientists have successfully refuelled an experimental thorium-fueled molten salt reactor continuously without shutting it down. The Chinese reactor prototype reached full operational power in June 2024, and in October researchers reloaded fuel while the reactor remained online, a world-first. The achievement was announced recently by Xu Hongjie, head of the scientific team responsible for the Continue reading
-
China unveils draft environmental code
China is poised for a significant enhancement in its green efforts as a draft of the country’s first-ever environmental code was unveiled on Sunday (April 26, 2025) and submitted for review by the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, China’s top legislature. The compilation of the environmental code was initiated in 2023. The draft comprises 1,188 Continue reading
-
What a special moment in world history this truly was!
Why Trump Is Suddenly Lying About Talking To Xi Jinping “The lie by the US president about Xi Jinping is very significant and meaningful … “ We’re used to the idea that Trump lies a lot – even his supporters know this, although they will use euphemisms to make it sound ok. Mallen Baker asks “But Continue reading
China Environment News 