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Turning away from coal offers opportunities for wind and solar sectors

China wants to end the construction of new coal-fired power plants abroad. This may also mean an end to the financing of coal-fired power by Chinese development banks – which could be an important step in the fight against climate change, as Beijing invested billions in this sector in the past. But the devil is in the details.

By Nico Beckert

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Floating wind turbines: technology with great potential

Wind energy is a decisive factor in the expansion of renewable energies in Europe. But onshore land consumption is a problem, and off many coasts, the sea is too deep for profitable offshore wind farms. New technology is expected to provide the solution: Floating Offshore.

By Timo Landenberger

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Magnets: Commission wants less dependence on China

Permanent magnets made of rare earths are important components in electric motors and wind turbines. As the Green Deal is implemented, demand is growing – but 98 percent of production is located in China. That is set to change.

By Timo Landenberger