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A Great Leap Forward of Air Quality Control on Chinese Waters
— by xinyan — last modified Mar 27, 2019 12:08 AMIn the second decade of the new millennium, China has gradually intensified its campaign against air pollution. As a result, clear sky over major cities like Beijing is no longer confined to windy days.
ESCAP-Energy Foundation sign agreement to boost low carbon and sustainable energy targets in region
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Jan 15, 2019 10:10 AM14 January 2019, Beijing – The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) and the Energy Foundation (EF) today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to deepen their collaboration in promoting sustainable energy for economic development, and environmental protection in the region.
If China Plays Her Trump Cards Well, the World Will Win Out As a Whole
— by zouji — last modified Jan 11, 2019 01:37 AMIn the past several years, China has encountered some tough challenges on a world stage that has become more and more difficult for the country to navigate. But as the Chinese word for crisis shows, one should not overlook the opportunities present in times of danger.
Our Heartfelt Thanks to Eric
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Dec 24, 2018 06:40 PMEric Heitz, the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of the Energy Foundation, will leave office on December 31, 2018 and start a new career, after working for the foundation for 28 years.
Moving On from the Energy Foundation China After 20 Years
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Dec 24, 2018 06:41 PMChina has made great progress on clean air and clean energy over the last 20 years and I’m so proud Energy Foundation China played our small part in supporting these gains.
The Chinese Carbon Market’s Instrumental Role
— by liushuang — last modified Jan 09, 2019 10:50 PMDecember 10, 2018, on the first day of high-level events in the second week of the 24th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 24), the first side event of the China Pavilion settled on the theme of carbon market. The event was hosted by the Chinese Ministry of Ecology and Environment’s Department of Climate Change, with supporters including the National Center for Climate Change Strategy and International Cooperation, the World Bank, the International Energy Agency, the Asian Development Bank, and Energy Foundation China.
Unpacking Chinese financing of Pakistan’s “dream” power plant
— by liushuang — last modified Dec 14, 2018 12:11 PMChinese companies are not just pouring concrete along the Belt and Road. Financing is a big part of China’s overseas involvement. There has been much discussion about China’s involvement in coal projects overseas. Critics point to the tremendous carbon footprint it may create, and call for a change in the practice. Analyses have highlighted the complicated dynamics that enable the continued build-up of coal fired power capacities around the developing world, against the stern warning of climate scientists.
COP24 | Telling Climate Stories in Katowice
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Dec 20, 2018 03:59 PMOn December 7th, China’s National Center for Climate Change Strategy and International Cooperation (NCSC) and the China News Service co-hosted a“Climate Change Communication and Public Participation” side event at the China Pavilion of the 24th United Nations Climate Change Conference.
The Chinese Energy Industry Needs to Embrace a Low-Carbon Revolution
— by zouji — last modified Dec 03, 2018 12:36 AMChina is now at a crucial juncture in its monumental transformation from the biggest emitter of greenhouse gases to a low-carbon economy. Its goal has been very clear since the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change reached the Paris Agreement in 2015.
Communication Workshop Held in Hebei to Help Defend the Blue Sky
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Jun 24, 2021 01:09 PMOn November 19-20, the Center for Environmental Education and Communications of the Ministry of Environmental Protection (CEEC) hosted a workshop on “Defending the Blue Sky Through Strategic Communications” in Hengshui, Hebei province.
Communication Workshop Held in Hebei to Help Defend the Blue Sky
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Dec 04, 2018 10:25 PMOn November 19-20, the Center for Environmental Education and Communications of the Ministry of Environmental Protection (CEEC) hosted a workshop on “Defending the Blue Sky Through Strategic Communications” in Hengshui, Hebei province.
CCICED Forum Highlights Innovation for the Climate Fight
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Dec 13, 2018 09:57 AMAt the 2018 annual general meeting of the China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development (CCICED), Energy Foundation China, Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), and the Institutes of Science and Development at the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CASISD) supported an open forum titled “Addressing Climate Change by Innovating Development Pathways” on November 2.
EF China received Transformative Policy Award from UNEP
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Jul 02, 2019 06:36 PMOn September 11, the “Super Pollutants Day” that culminated in an award ceremony attracted much attention during the Global Climate Action Summit in San Francisco.
Top Economists Gathered in California for the 3rd Meeting on Low Carbon Development
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Sep 20, 2018 05:24 PMOn September 13, the 3rd Meeting of the Dialogue Series on Global and China Agenda of Green and Low Carbon Development was held in San Francisco
High-Level US-China Subnational Climate Dialogue Held During Summit
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Sep 20, 2018 05:27 PMDuring the Global Climate Action Summit in California, a “High-Level US-China Subnational Climate Dialogue” was successfully held on September 12.
As the Global Climate Action Summit unfolds, wonderful China stories await to be staged! Want to learn more or join in? Click here!
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Sep 21, 2018 12:59 PMFrom September 12 to 14, leaders and people will gather in San Francisco from around the world to “Take Ambition to the Next Level.” The Global Climate Action Summit (GCAS) “will be a moment to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of states, regions, cities, companies, investors and citizens with respect to climate action. It will also be a launchpad for deeper worldwide commitments and accelerated action from countries—supported by all sectors of society—that can put the globe on track to prevent dangerous climate change and realize the historic Paris Agreement.”
Special Policy Study Launched on Global Climate Governance and China’s Role
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Aug 21, 2018 01:16 PMOn July 28, 2018, the China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development (CCICED) held the inception meeting for its special policy study on Global Climate Governance and China’s Role in Beijing. Ministry of Ecology and Environment representatives, CCICED Secretariat members, Chinese and international leads of the project, a special advisor of CCICED, and the council’s donors and partners discussed research topics and the focus of the project.
We Applaud China’s Continuing Commitment to Clean Air
— by efc — last modified Aug 30, 2018 09:40 PMOn July 3, the State Council issued its Air Quality Action Plan for the next three years (2018-2020), a renewal of its previous five-year program for air pollution prevention and control. So far, this is the clearest indication of the Chinese government’s determination to continue its campaign of environmental cleanup—the so-called “Battle for Blue Skies.” It’s effectively announcing to the world that its commitment to green development for the country is still going strong as the Chinese economy settles into slower growth rates with a looming trade war on the horizon.
A New Ministry to Co-Control Pollutant and Carbon Emissions
— by zouji — last modified Aug 30, 2018 10:11 PMEarlier this year, the Chinese Government made a momentous decision to hand over climate change responsibilities to the Ministry of Ecology and Environment. This means that the newly formed Ministry is now in possession of a significant political mandate that its predecessor the Ministry of Environmental Protection was never able to obtain.
Just How Energy Saving Are Those All-Electric Vehicles?
— by chenjianhua — last modified Oct 09, 2018 05:47 PMIn June, the number of electric cars in Europe surpassed the one million threshold, a year after China hit the milestone.
It’s about time!
— by xinyan — last modified Aug 30, 2018 09:22 PMAfter years of lax enforcement in the area of auto emission regulation, the Chinese government recently punished two local truck manufacturers for their failures in meeting pollution standards and for engaging in emission fraud.
Energy Foundation China, Environment Ministry’s Communications Arm to Enhance Cooperation
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Feb 07, 2021 09:48 AMOn May 17, Energy Foundation China (EF China) and the Center for Environmental Education and Communications of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment (CEEC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on strategic communications in Beijing.
EF China president shares his opinion about the institutional reform that transferred climate change authorities to the Ministry of Ecology and Environment
— by Chen Renwei — last modified May 21, 2018 09:50 PMShifting the climate change functions to the Ministry of Ecology and Environment gives the new Ministry a significant political mandate that provides an institutional guarantee for ecological civilization, green development, and a global community with shared future for humankind.
Energy Foundation China Welcomes Bernice Lee Joining EF’s China Committee
— by Chen Renwei — last modified May 12, 2018 03:34 PMBernice Lee, Executive Director of the Hoffmann Centre for Sustainable Resource Economy, has joined the Energy Foundation’s China Committee.
China’s Leadership and Infrastructure Investment Became Focus at Green Development Dialogue
— by Chen Renwei — last modified May 22, 2018 11:49 AMOn March 23, Energy Foundation China, Center for Finance and Development of Tsinghua University, and European Climate Foundation held the second meeting of the Dialogue Series on Global and China Agenda of Green and Low Carbon Development in Beijing, focusing on China’s Leadership and Infrastructure Investment.
Track-II Dialogue Held to Keep the Momentum of the Paris Agreement
— by Chen Renwei — last modified May 22, 2018 11:39 AMEnergy Foundation China and European Climate Foundation held a seminar titled “Dialogue Between China and the World: Enhancing the Momentum to Implement the Paris Agreement” in Beijing on March 27.
Leading Economists and Scientists Explored China’s Mid-Century Strategy for Climate Mitigation
— by Chen Renwei — last modified May 22, 2018 11:44 AMOn March 27-28, the “China’s Mid-Century Strategy for Climate Mitigation: Framing and Methodologies” seminar was held in Beijing, with support from Energy Foundation China, 2050 Pathways Platform, and the International Energy Agency.
Energy Foundation CEO Joins Leading Voices at China Development Forum
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Apr 03, 2018 03:59 PMOn March 24, 2018, Energy Foundation CEO and Co-founder Eric Heitz attended the annual China Development Forum as a formal delegate and addressed its Economic Summit Parallel Session—Climate Change and Carbon Trading.
Energy Foundation China President Zou Ji met with California Governor Jerry Brown
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Mar 08, 2018 09:34 PMOn March 6, Energy Foundation China President Zou Ji met with California Governor Jerry Brown at the Governor’s Office in San Francisco, and discussed China-California climate cooperation and the 2018 Global Climate Action Summit.
