China is unable to deal with its methane emissions. The country's coal sector in particular emits enormous amounts of this gas, which is even more harmful to the climate than CO2. Politicians currently have other priorities than tackling this problem. Yet, by managing the gas more efficiently, plants could even use it as an additional source of energy.
By Ning Wang
Foreign companies in China are feeling the increasing brunt of the country's harsh Covid measures. Supply chains are disrupted, and logistics are not working. And in many places, no one can get to work anymore. Despite all the acceptance for the fight against Omicron, companies call for more transparency and plannability.
By Christiane Kuehl
China’s industrial policy as well as the COVID-19 pandemic have driven up demand for cloud services in China. In 2017, Beijing proposed that one million companies should “go cloud”. In 2020, the Chinese government spent close to 5 billion CNY on cloud services. Only local companies can own and operate cloud infrastructure in the country, and services provided by foreign brands are increasingly marginalized in light of increasing geopolitical tensions.
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The lockdown in Shanghai has been extended indefinitely. "Shanghai's streets are completely deserted for the first time. A frightening scene," says Zhang Xinran. The 28-year-old employee of an advertising agency describes chaotic conditions inside housing complexes, but also explains that the population continues to support the government's zero-covid policy. China.Table shares her insights below.
By Redaktion Table
