Rare Earth Reshore
The EU desperately wants to 'de-risk' its reliance on China, especially for rare earths — the critical minerals that are essential for today's technologies. But...
Virginia’s Missed Connection
Some experts warn that the governor's decision to reject Ford and CATL's battery plant was a missed opportunity.
BYD’s Big International Bid
A look at BYD, the formidable conglomerate and China’s most successful electric vehicle maker.
China Moves into the Gulf
With Xi's recent visit, China is competing strongly for influence in the Gulf region.
Refocusing U.S.-China Climate Relations
Zero-sum competition between the U.S. and China holds disastrous consequences for the climate. A new model is needed.
China’s Under-Used Grid
A look at China’s electricity grid: how it works, who foots the bill, and how its structure leads to power crunches and expensive prices despite...
COSCO’s Many Port Calls
A look at the state-owned maritime giant: how it came to be, its influence over the maritime industry, and why its reach has elicited concern.
Coal Comeback?
Following a summer of power shortages, Beijing is sending mixed messages about the role of coal in China's energy mix.
China’s Changing Energy Trade
A look at how U.S.-China trade in energy commodities has changed this year, and what it means for the future of trade between the two...
Is The Sino-Russia Relationship Cracking?
A careful examination of recent events should discourage any wishful thinking that Beijing is distancing itself from Moscow.
China Goes Nuclear
China is poised to be a leader in next generation nuclear power.
A Big Payoff from U.S.-China Climate Coordination
New research shows that China and the U.S. could both decarbonize their grids by 80 percent between now and 2035.