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Cathay Pacific: sustainable jet fuel needs Hong Kong government push
‘If we leave it to the market, every company will wait for their competitors to make the first move,’ says airline’s sustainability manager.
4 Nov 2024 - 9:33AM
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Swiss unicorn makes green investment pitch to Hong Kong investors
4 Nov 2024 - 7:30AM
Chinese EV king BYD and 3 rivals report record sales
1 Nov 2024 - 9:40PM
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China Business
China’s clean-energy boom creates 7.4 million jobs
The sector is expected to keep on generating job growth, but perhaps not enough to cure the country’s unemployment woes.
1 Nov 2024 - 6:07PM
An employee works on solar photovoltaic modules for export at a factory in Sihong, in eastern China’s Jiangsu province, on September 3, 2024. Photo: AFP
China Business
China’s biggest EV tariff victims toe the line on Europe’s levies
The two denials followed Monday’s statement by the Ministry of Commerce that a state-backed guild was solely authorised to engage with the EU in tariff talks.
1 Nov 2024 - 1:44PM
Climate and energy
Why China’s methane emission plan is becoming a key focus for the US
Methane has a warming power 80 times stronger than that of carbon dioxide on a 20-year timescale.
1 Nov 2024 - 8:10AM
China Business
Beijing to China EV makers: avoid investing in tariff-backing EU countries
Ministry of Commerce warned carmakers about the risks of setting up factories in countries like France and Italy.
31 Oct 2024 - 4:08PM
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Climate and energy
How Foshan’s hydrogen fuel network can solve Hong Kong’s clean transport woes
Hong Kong can boost its hydrogen economy by leveraging Foshan’s cheaper hydrogen and refuelling infrastructure, says H2 Solution’s CEO.
27 Oct 2024 - 12:30PM
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H2 Solution has applied to the Hong Kong government to pilot a few hydrogen fuel-cell trucks that meet technical requirements on both sides of the border. Photo: Shutterstock
China Business
Transformers: the rise of smartphone makers in China’s EV arena
Thanks to an advanced supply chain, companies with no history making cars are challenging for supremacy in China’s EV market.
26 Oct 2024 - 11:30AM
China Business
Chinese solar stocks jump on rumours Beijing will stifle excess supply
Moves, if implemented, would end price war and eliminate less-capable firms that churn out low-quality equipment, analyst says.
23 Oct 2024 - 5:45PM
Climate and energy
China Resources Power shares dive 5.8% after US$927 million placement
Meanwhile, rival China Longyuan Power gains after deal to buy wind-farm assets from controlling stakeholder.
23 Oct 2024 - 7:14PM
Climate and energy
China fuels renewables capacity in Brics nations past 50%
Rapid investments in grid infrastructure and energy storage is needed to fully harness the potential of renewables, expert says.
22 Oct 2024 - 9:54AM
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Workers install a blade of a 16-megawatt wind turbine at the Zhangpu wind farm in southeast China’s Fujian province. Photo: Xinhua
Climate and energy
Carbon footprints: Hong Kong luxury carpet maker takes sustainability steps
Tai Ping, which makes carpets costing up to US$5,000 per square metre, responds to demand for eco-friendly materials, practices.
20 Oct 2024 - 9:30AM
Climate and energy
InnoTech Forum: Hong Kong officials must do more to nurture hydrogen energy
The government should streamline approvals for more projects and offer more financial support, speakers at InvestHK’s forum said.
18 Oct 2024 - 7:00PM
Climate and energy
China’s wind-turbine makers vow to end price war with ‘self-discipline’
Twelve leaders in the sector follow solar equipment makers in an agreement to end their damaging campaign of undercutting.
17 Oct 2024 - 4:30PM
Climate and energy
Hong Kong’s aviation future hinges on sustainable fuel policies, experts say
The industry is awaiting Chief Executive John Lee’s policy address, with experts saying investment in SAF is vital for Hong Kong to maintain aviation hub status.
13 Oct 2024 - 11:20AM
About 80 per cent of sustainable aviation fuel globally is produced in North America and Europe. Photo: Shutterstock
China Business
In electric buses as with EVs, it’s China versus rest of the world
As China’s market matures, exports hold the key to future profitability for Yutong, Foton and peers in rivalry with European electric-bus producers.
12 Oct 2024 - 8:47AM
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China Business
China’s EV subsidy boosts ‘golden week’ sales as buyers lock in deals
Dealers report bumper sales during the weeklong holiday, but market observers warn of potential post-subsidy slowdown.
7 Oct 2024 - 3:29PM
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Climate and energy
Hong Kong’s Vitasoy sees young talent as key ingredient in sustainability push
“We are at the beginning of the journey and we need help,” CEO Roberto Guidetti says as company works on climate-transition goals.
3 Oct 2024 - 7:41AM
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Climate change imperils Asia’s middle class, Hong Kong reinsurer says
People in emerging markets risk being ‘thrown back into poverty’ by natural disasters amid an insurance gap, Peak Re CEO says.
24 Sep 2024 - 5:00PM
People paddle makeshift rafts to move to safe areas in Gia Lam District, Hanoi, Vietnam, on September 12, 2024 after Typhoon Yagi swept through. Photo: Xinhua
Climate and energy
China needs mandate to phase out coal by 2045, push clean-energy transition: experts
Such a mandate would require structural changes to the country’s power system and economic model, according to climate expert Simon Sharpe.
23 Sep 2024 - 10:29AM
China Business
China’s world-leading electric-bus maker Yutong touts new tech as exports grow
With quick-charge batteries from CATL, firm aims to extend driving range by 10 per cent while cutting operating cost by 20 per cent.
19 Sep 2024 - 3:00PM
China Business
Syngenta targets expansion in China to help boost food security, sustainability
Company aims to expand service centre network to 1,000 by 2028 from around 600 currently in an effort to educate more farmers.
18 Sep 2024 - 8:00AM
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Move over GDP, it’s time to measure gross ecosystem product
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Gary Lai
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On climate change, stitch in time from clothing industry would save nine
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China has built up an enviable gas supply. Now it faces a dilemma
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Why China’s EV start-ups can now breathe a little easier
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How Hong Kong can lead the way on sustainable textiles
4 Oct 2024 - 4:30PM
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