Under a new calculation method, China’s increase in CO₂ emissions over the past five years appears to have been halved. This means the country could still meet its 2030 climate target even if its absolute emissions continue to rise.
By Redaktion Table
Burning coal not only produces emissions but also releases aerosols into the air, significantly reducing electricity generation from solar power systems.
By Lisa Kuner
Chinese companies are rapidly expanding their global dominance in investments in solar, wind, batteries and electric vehicles – a sector in which Malaysia attracts the largest foreign investments from the People’s Republic.
By Kai Schöneberg
Two top-10 country rankings for solar energy reveal some surprises. While China generates more electricity from solar power plants than all OECD countries combined, Hungary and Chile also stand out.
By Nico Beckert
Last year, the expansion of solar energy in Asian countries nearly offset the growth in the Northern Hemisphere. Nevertheless, emissions rose, primarily due to the United States.
By Lukas Bayer
Globally, emissions trading systems (ETS) cover 26% of CO₂ emissions. Sixteen governments are developing or considering the introduction of an ETS. However, many of these systems still do not rely on a fixed CO₂ cap.
By Nico Beckert
China will fail to meet its climate targets in the steel sector again in 2025. Yet, a larger share of electric arc furnaces in overall steel production would have a significant impact.
By Nico Beckert
Carsten Schneider aims to strengthen German-Chinese relations in the areas of climate and environmental protection during his visit to Beijing. In climate diplomacy, China is a key partner; in climate-friendly industries, it is a competitor. A source of tension.
By Alexandra Endres
In 2025, more wind power capacity was added than in the previous year. China remains the key driver with growing exports, thanks in part to stable political support. This is according to a new report by BloombergNEF.
By Lukas Bayer
While China is reducing its carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions, they are rising in the US, Russia, Brazil, and Saudi Arabia – pushing global greenhouse gas emissions slightly higher overall. Methane emissions have also reached a record high.
By Nico Beckert
