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Energy/Spring 2026

The race for low-carbon energy is turning into a green cold war 

by Natalie Alcoba

In a showdown of geopolitical brinksmanship, the fate of nations and the planet’s ecological future are at stake

Spring 2026/Transportation

China’s Arctic shipping ambitions are enabling a dangerous oil corridor 

by Gordon Feller

Chinese-linked shipping and investment are helping turn a key northern lane into a lifeline for sanctioned Russian oil 

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2026 Global 100/Transportation

Western carmakers face growing pressure from Chinese EVs

by Ophelie Denommee Marchand

By choosing affordability over luxury, China is teaching Western automakers a lesson on how to catch the EV wave

Food and Beverage

Climate change is battering China’s agriculture sector. Here’s how it is responding.

by Gordon Feller

Wheat, rice and maize – the cornerstones of the country’s food system – are increasingly exposed to climate shocks

Energy

The rooftop solar revolution is accelerating — and all eyes are on Asia

by Danny Kennedy

OPINION | Amid the US-driven trade war frenzy, solar panel manufacturers in Asia are competing for coveted market share

Energy/Spring 2025

How China’s energy transition engine is driving change in the Global South

by Natalie Alcoba

China’s green trajectory represents a remarkable pivot in international perception. As it secures critical minerals and pours billions into infrastructure, what is

Fall 2024/Transportation

Who’s trying to kill the $17,000 electric car?

by Marco Chown Oved

Canadians and Americans face a 48% surcharge for living in the wrong country. Or, more precisely, for keeping cheap, Chinese-built EVs out.

Transportation

Low-cost EVs on ‘verge of extinction’ as Canada slaps 100% tariff on Chinese cars

by Mitchell Beer

While debate rages on over whether tariffs are levelling the playing field or missing an opportunity, Canadians looking for affordable EVs have

Transportation

Canadians want EVs they can afford – China has them. Let them in.

by Toby Heaps and Ralph Torrie

OPINION | The Canadian government is considering punitive tariffs on Chinese EVs, guided by concerns over protecting Canadian auto workers. Such tariffs

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Climate

Have China’s emissions peaked as oil demand ‘ground to a halt’?

by Mitchell Beer

New analysis found fossil fuels and cement emissions fell 3% in March, driven by expanding solar and wind generation, as well as

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