The majority of EU members support the goal of reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2050, however, there is another potentially complicating issue on the horizon that could have serious environmental, economic and legal problems that would burden carbon goals for years to come. Read the article in full: Echo Wall
Category: Press Coverage
China Dialogue: Will London’s climate future be decided in Beijing?
A video recording of the panel discussion at the London Climate Action Week. Watch a video in full: China Dialogue
The Guardian: Environmentalists say Beijing is exporting a highly polluting model of growth
In recent years Chinese banks have become the lenders of last resort for coal projects in south Asia, Africa, and the Balkans, but Critics say it is a tool to project geopolitical power. From an environmental perspective, the primary concern is that Beijing is exporting a highly polluting model of growth. Read the article in… Continue reading The Guardian: Environmentalists say Beijing is exporting a highly polluting model of growth
The Guardian: Belt and Road forum-China’s ‘project of the century’ hits tough times
As China fetes its Belt and Road initiative at a summit this week, Chinese officials will be working hard to defend the flagship project from growing international criticism. Read the article in full: The Guardian
Euractiv: China, the Western Balkans and the EU: Can three tango?
While the EU has kept busy with its economic and political crises, China has become a main financier in the eastern part of the continent. Read the article in full: Euractiv
Foreign Policy: China Is Outsourcing Its Pollution
To meet China’s targets to slash emissions of carbon dioxide, authorities are pushing to shut down privately owned steel, coal, and other high-polluting factories scattered across rural areas. Read the article in full: Foreign Policy