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A woman runs joyfully in a spacious field with wind turbines on a cloudy day in Inner Mongolia.

Inner Mongolia: A Green Power Bank Leading China’s Renewable Energy Revolution

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Summary: Inner Mongolia is a pioneer in China’s renewable energy sector, combining vast resources and ecological restoration to lead green growth. Inner Mongolia, a vast autonomous region in northern China, is emerging as a key player in the country’s green energy transformation. The region combines rich renewable resources with successful ecological restoration, proving that environmental […]

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Renewing the Ganga Water Treaty: A Climate-Resilient Opportunity for India-Bangladesh Cooperation

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Summary: The Ganga Water Treaty renewal in 2026 presents an urgent chance for India and Bangladesh to address climate challenges and improve equitable water sharing. The Ganga Water Treaty, signed in 1996 between India and Bangladesh, governs the water sharing of the transboundary Ganga River. This vital treaty, essential for bilateral relations, is set to

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China’s Power Grid Faces Climate Test Amid Rising Cooling Demand

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Summary: The record-breaking 2024 summer in China exposes the power grid’s vulnerability to climate extremes, emphasizing the urgent need for resilient infrastructure and energy innovations. The record-breaking northern summer of 2024 in China revealed significant vulnerabilities in the country’s power system. Soaring temperatures drove electricity demand to unprecedented levels, mainly fueled by increased air conditioning

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China’s Green Shift: Managing Data Centre Energy Demand Amid AI Boom

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Summary: China addresses rising energy demands of data centres amidst AI growth with efficiency policies and renewable initiatives. China leads the Asia-Pacific region with 449 data centres as of 2023. Growth in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital services is surging their energy demand and emissions. Managing this rise involves green energy policies and innovative solutions.

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Southeast Asia’s Growing Role in Diversifying Rare Earth Element Supply

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Summary: Southeast Asian countries are emerging as important players in diversifying the rare earth element supply chain dominated by China, offering strategic geopolitical and economic opportunities. The rare earth element (REE) industry has become a pivotal geopolitical concern due to its critical role in producing high-tech products. China currently dominates the global REE market, leading

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Southeast Asian Banks Stay Committed to Climate Action Amid Global Shifts in Net Zero Banking Alliance

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Summary: Southeast Asian banks maintain strong commitments to climate goals despite global shifts, leveraging regional vulnerabilities and innovative finance approaches to drive green investments. The global climate banking landscape is shifting, but Southeast Asian banks remain resolute in their commitment to net-zero emissions and transition finance. While some Western banks pull back from stringent Net

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