How China’s clean power investments are growing China will invest more than $150 billion in renewables each year by 2030. Meanwhile, coal use in the country’s power sector will likely peak before 2030 and then decline steadily. Data Dives Anca Gurzu < 1
Renewable energy is now cheaper than fossil fuels in Asia After spiking in 2022, the average cost of renewable energy dropped below the average cost of fossil fuels in Asia, a critical region with rapidly growing energy needs. Data Dives Bill Spindle 2 min read
With China’s dominance, cement emissions poised to grow Cement emissions in economically developing parts of the world could double by the end of this century. Data Dives Amy Harder < 1
US, Europe struggle to keep up with China’s EV growth Nearly two-thirds of all forecasted electric vehicle (EV) sales this year will likely be in China. Data Dives Anca Gurzu < 1
Chinese solar panel manufacturing outpaces global demand China is producing far more solar panel modules than the world is on track to use. The implications of the mismatch could reach far beyond the country’s borders. Data Dives Bill Spindle 2 min read
Why we need a more ambitious global energy target The world is committing to expanding energy access to all, but our current target is too low. Without a new approach, we will leave billions of people behind — and drive an even bigger wedge between rich and poor nations over climate policy. Voices Todd Moss 3 min read
In India, battery swapping fuels electric market for 2 and 3 wheels India’s 2- and 3-wheeler market has taken up battery swapping, and new business models. Latest News Bill Spindle 4 min read
Clean energy fueled China’s economy last year Massive investments in solar power, electric vehicles and battery storage accounted for virtually all of China's economic growth in 2023. Data Dives Bill Spindle 2 min read
Looking back and ahead: climate tech trends in 2023 and 2024 Amy Harder shares reflections on 2023 and outlook for 2024. Harder Line Amy Harder 5 min read