Western governments fear China could take the lead in another major green energy market, but the hydrogen industry picture is far from settled.
For years, Chinese solar companies have led the world in harnessing the power of the sun. Now the country is competing hard in the race to produce more energy from the universe’s most abundant element — hydrogen.
Refire's 'PRISMA XXII', a heavy-duty fuel cell system which can deliver up to 220kW in a single integrated system. Credit: Refire
The latest landmark for China’s developing industry came last week, when Shanghai-based hydrogen technology company Refire Group filed fo
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Chinese companies have decided that the best place to make money right now is outside of China. The phenomenon known as chu hai (出海), which translates to “go global,” has taken hold, marking a kind of second 'go out' initiative. This time, however, Chinese companies are being met with scrutiny and suspicion.
The former Commerce Secretary and ambassador to China talks about how his background shaped his approach to dealing with Beijing, the pivot to Asia and negotiating Chen Guangcheng's release.
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