Hainan plans to ban new combustion cars by 2030, aiming for 45% new energy vehicles, surpassing China’s national target of 30%.
All the top ten bestselling cars in China in May 2026 were new energy vehicles
In May 2026, China saw all bestselling cars as new energy vehicles, signaling a shift in the automotive market despite declining sales.
China was hit by wide-ranging extreme weather events in May
In May 2026, China faced extreme weather, including historic heatwaves, floods, and a rare sandstorm, causing significant casualties and damages.
Largest ever deal boosts sodium-ion battery technology
CATL and HyperStrong signed a major sodium-ion battery deal, marking a significant advancement amidst rising lithium prices and environmental concerns.
China’s clean tech exports surge amid the Iran war
China’s exports of electric vehicles, batteries, and solar cells surged in March due to increased global demand and geopolitical instability.
China issues a huge carbon market fine
A Ningxia company was fined RMB 424 million for failing to submit carbon allowances, marking China’s largest penalty in its carbon market.
Analysis: Trump, China and 300 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil
Chevron and other companies may invest in Venezuela’s oil sector after a leadership change, but significant challenges and uncertainties remain.
High silver prices push Chinese solar panel companies towards other metals
Longi Green Energy is shifting to base metals for manufacturing due to rising silver prices, which are impacting solar PV costs.
China seeks scalable AI models to support the electricity sector
China aims to integrate scalable AI models into its energy system through pilot projects, seeking to enhance industry efficiency and innovation.
COP30: China’s emissions may have peaked – a global climate milestone
China’s emissions may have peaked, new data shows, marking a turning point ahead of COP30 as solar, wind and EV growth reshape the country’s carbon footprint.
A greener life, a greener world 