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August 16, 2024
Orsted open to using Chinese wind turbines
China’s low-cost wind turbines are flooding into Europe, raising concerns among local companies. Ørsted, the world's largest offshore wind developer, has also indicated that it may consider importing turbines or technology from China
August 15, 2024
What makes energy renewable? Definitions, trends, and challenges
Traditional fossil fuels emit significant amounts of carbon dioxide, contributing to global warming and making the shift to renewable energy such as solar and wind to reduce carbon footprints. This article will explore what renewable energy is, how it dif
August 15, 2024
Taiwan’s carbon fee proposal: Six key aspects to watch
Taiwan's carbon fee will operate on a “leading by example” approach and may shift to cap and trade in two to three years. Here’s a breakdown of the six main aspects of the current carbon fee scheme.
August 14, 2024
Elon Musk, Donald Trump's livestream conversation on climate issues draws criticism
Elon Musk’s support for former U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked a stir, leading to a live discussion between the two on the X platform on August 12.
August 12, 2024
Heat pumps could help cut China’s building CO2 emissions by 75%, says IEA
Wider adoption of heat pumps could accelerate decarbonisation of heating in China’s carbon-intensive buildings and light industry sectors, a report by the International Energy Agency (IEA) says.
August 07, 2024
One-third of voluntary carbon market credits fail to meet additionality standards: ICVCM
Due to a lack of additionality, nearly one-third of carbon credits in the global voluntary carbon market do not meet high-quality standards, according to ICVCM.
August 07, 2024
Harris names Tim Walz as VP pick: What are his climate achievements in Minnesota?
The Democratic vice presidential candidate has emerged as the choice of President Kamala Harris, with Minnesota governor Tim Walz selected for his ability to appeal to white rural voters.
August 07, 2024
Germany prepares electricity market reform based on greater flexibility, hydrogen, capacity market
Germany is set to reform its electricity market design as it moves to decarbonise its power sector. In a paper outlining fields of action, the economy ministry (BMWK) presented reform options for the market elements of renewables support.
August 06, 2024
Understanding carbon credits: A guide to Taiwan's carbon credit trading and regulatory landscape
While carbon dioxide is seen as the primary culprit of global warming, carbon credits are treated as a tradable commodity in financial markets. This article will explore what carbon credits are, how they can be obtained through activities like tree planti
August 05, 2024
China shifts to total emissions control as it aims for 2030 carbon peak
To accelerate reaching peak carbon emissions by 2030, China is gradually transitioning its carbon reduction targets from an economic growth-based approach to a total emission control system, marking a shift from past methods.