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Just as in almost every other industry these days, it pays to keep a close eye on what happens in the Middle Kingdom.

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Coal kicks on: Why China’s emissions have not yet peaked

David Leitch19 May 201821 May 2018

Wind, solar PV and Nuclear have gained electricity market share in China, but because of another downturn in hydro, coal generation continues to grow.

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Adani’s vain hope global coal market will save Carmichael mine

Bob Burton17 May 2018

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Adani pins hopes for beleaguered Carmichael coal mine on the Asia–Pacific market. But the Australian government’s own resources forecaster is less confident.

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As United States looks to coal, China invests in renewable energy

E.A Crunden27 April 2018

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At least one country is rising to the occasion.

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Researcher brainstorm leads to charging in rainstorm

Marlene Cimons4 April 2018

Scientists have developed a fabric that generates electricity when stretched. Unlike most electronics, it works better when wet.

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Q&A: How will China’s new carbon trading scheme work?

Jocelyn Timperley31 January 201831 January 2018

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China has unveiled some details of its much-anticipated emissions trading scheme, confirming its move to a national carbon market after several years of regional pilots projects.

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China adds more solar than coal and gas for first time, as Trump slaps solar tariffs

Giles Parkinson23 January 201823 January 2018

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China installs more solar capacity than thermal capacity in 2017, while in the US Trump slaps tariffs on imported solar in effort to protect American coal.