China is rapidly constructing energy storage facilities, albeit primarily due to government mandates rather than economic incentives. These storage facilities are urgently needed to efficiently utilize the capacities of renewable energies.
By Christiane Kuehl
The electric car manufacturer Li Auto has set its sights on German manufacturers in the premium segment. The sales figures needed to achieve this are far beyond the forecast for the entire market. However, the rapid development of recent years seems to bring the ambitious goals within reach – despite a technology that is frowned upon in Europe.
By Christian Domke Seidel
China has issued new rules to stabilize national emissions trading and prevent fraud. For the first time, aviation is being urged to prepare for carbon trading. However, analysts criticize China's emissions trading for not setting a carbon price.
By Nico Beckert
China has issued new rules to stabilize national emissions trading and prevent fraud. For the first time, aviation is being urged to prepare for carbon trading. However, analysts criticize China's emissions trading for not setting a carbon price.
By Nico Beckert
The third EU-Indo-Pacific meeting will take place this Friday. There will also be smaller rounds of talks between the EU and the ASEAN and – already on Thursday – with Pacific island states.
By Amelie Richter
Until recently, trade expert Roy Chun Lee served as Taiwan's deputy minister of foreign affairs. Since early January, he has been Taiwan's new EU envoy. After Taiwan's recent presidential elections, he is tasked with exploring the political maneuvering space for his country in relation to the EU.
By Redaktion Table
The EU is seeking to enhance the protection of its research and development from Chinese influence and access.
By Amelie Richter
International organizations warn that the expansion of power grids around the world is too slow. This jeopardizes the renewables expansion targets adopted at COP28. The IEA and IRENA call for faster approval procedures, more investment, better planning and the expansion of domestic supply chains.
By Nico Beckert
According to a survey by the AHK, German companies see the economic situation in China continuing to face pressure. The increasing competition from Chinese companies also complicates business. Nevertheless, companies remain resilient.
By Jörn Petring
