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How China has dominated the battery race
With six of the world’s top 10 lithium-ion battery producers based in China, it’s little wonder that the country has been dubbed the winner of the “battery arms race”. But how has it achieved such dominance? A combination of government support, investment in technology, widespread electric vehicle adoption, and investment in overseas mining all help to explain how China has moved ahead of the pack – and why the West is struggling to catch up.
Futureproofing agriculture: How renewable energy offers a sustainable lifeline for farmers
With the effects of climate change and global economic conditions impacting farmers in the UK and worldwide, there is an urgent need to futureproof the agriculture sector and explore new income opportunities. Transitioning to renewable energy, and playing an active role in its production, could represent a sustainable, profitable solution.
Which private investors are directing their billions towards the energy transition?
Shifting to renewable energy will be essential if the world is to meet ambitious climate targets and reduce the harmful impact of fossil fuel emissions. However, there is a gap in investment that needs to be bridged to keep the energy transition on track. That’s where private investors – and their billions – can make all the difference.
Is plastics recycling a realistic solution to the plastics crisis, or is it another smoke screen from the oil sector?
With persuasive arguments on both sides of the fence, the role plastics recycling must play in solving the plastics crisis is subject to heated debate. But is there a definitive answer? Approaching the topic by exploring its nuances can help us start to identify a way forward that acknowledges the ubiquitous nature of plastics without minimising their negative environmental impact.
The world’s largest solar plants
With the race to net zero reliant on large-scale adoption of renewable energy, solar power has already been embraced by several global superpowers. But could they be at risk of monopolising the market? Looking at the world’s largest solar plants can provide insights into the current solar landscape and its future potential.
Infrastructure dilemmas in high-emitting sectors: Perspectives on transportation, energy, and industry
Achieving net zero is reliant on significant headway in several key industries. Here, I deep dive into three of the highest emitting industries to explore the challenges and opportunities in scaling up clean energy infrastructure as the world strives to make progress in line with the Paris Agreement.
The bottlenecks to faster renewables development
The electrification trend is ramping up across numerous industries in the journey to net zero. But can we keep pace with demand amid a series of challenges that are slowing the pace of developments? Grid infrastructure appears to be a particularly large elephant in the room.
Where are climate tech investors focusing their funds?
With net zero commitments intensifying, climate tech companies are set to play an increasingly vital role in enabling humanity to overcome arguably its biggest challenge to date. But where exactly are investors directing their funds? We explore...
Climate software: Why I’m keeping my eye on Watershed
Climate accounting is becoming big business, and companies such as Watershed are making it easier for organisations to properly track their emissions. It’s an exciting field, one which Watershed has led the way on since it started up in 2019.
Is Rishi Sunak in the pockets of big oil?
Al Gore’s damning assessment of the UK PM has sparked controversy and raised questions. But how much truth is there in the statement? And how have Sunak’s policies put the UK even further on the backfoot in respect of achieving net zero? Let’s take a look...