Connect, Learn, Collaborate: WUPEN’s Varied Knowledge-Sharing Programs Drive Innovation in Urban Planning Across Continents 连接、学习、协作：WUPEN 多元化的知识共享项目推动全球城市规划创新 IntroductionIn an era marked by rapid urbanization, climate change, and the urgent need for sustainable development, platforms that connect global expertise in urban planning and design have become indispensable. The World Urban Planning Education Network (WUPEN) stands as a prominent …
Join a Premier Forum Driving Sino-European Collaboration in Industrialized, Green, and Digital Construction加入推动中欧在工业化、绿色化和数字化建造领域合作的顶级论坛 IntroductionWith global momentum amplifying sustainable transitions, the Sino-EU Green Building Industrialization Forum—hosted during Engineering Days China 2025—returns to Beijing on September 19–20, 2025, with a stronger agenda and renewed energy.This year’s edition is designed to advance the dialogue between China and Europe …
Mandatory CO₂ storage policy breaks ground, fuels large-scale decarbonization, leads net-zero industrial shift 欧盟强制性二氧化碳封存政策破土而出，为大规模脱碳注入动力，引领净零工业转型 Introduction: From “Pilot Dilemma” to “Institutional Breakthrough” For years, carbon capture and storage (CCS) has been regarded as a key technology for the EU to achieve its climate goals. However, its large-scale development has been struggling due to policy uncertainties, investment …
China’s Energy Intensity Target Adjustment: From Efficiency Optimization to Absolute Emission Reduction 中国的能源强度目标调整：从效率优化到绝对减排 IntroductionChina, the world’s largest energy consumer and carbon emitter, is navigating a complex path between economic growth and its ambitious climate commitments. Recent policy announcements and shifts in how the nation measures its energy performance reveal a pragmatic recalibration, highlighting both progress …
China and EU Joint Statement: A New Chapter for Green Transition 中国欧盟联合声明：开启绿色转型新篇章 Introduction: Climate Partnership in a Decisive DecadeThis year marks 50 years of diplomatic relations between China and the European Union—and the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement. Amid global uncertainty and intensifying climate risks, the two sides have sent a powerful signal: deepening …
European Union’s Grid Transformation: How Anticipatory Investments Are Paving the Way for a Decarbonized and Resilient Energy Future 欧盟电网转型计划：前瞻性投资如何为脱碳且具韧性的能源未来铺平道路 IntroductionOn June 2nd, the European Union Commission has issued a “Guidance Document on Anticipatory Grid Investments” for the development of forward-looking electricity networks. As a follow-up to the 2023 “EU Action Plan for Grids” and the …
China’s Groundbreaking Bacteria Battery Signals a New Era for Global Energy Storage 中国突破性细菌电池标志着全球能源存储新时代的到来 IntroductionIn the ongoing pursuit of sustainable energy solutions, a remarkable breakthrough has emerged from China that could potentially reshape the global energy landscape. Chinese Scientists have developed a bio-battery utilizing electroactive microorganisms, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional power systems with its high …
A Comprehensive Framework to Accelerate Industrial Transformation, Enhance Competitiveness, and Achieve Climate Neutrality 加速产业转型、提升竞争力并实现气候中和的综合框架 IntroductionIn February 2025, the European Commission unveiled the Clean Industrial Deal (CID), a transformative policy initiative designed to decarbonize Europe’s industrial sector while bolstering its global competitiveness. This comprehensive strategy integrates climate action with economic growth, energy security, and technological innovation, …
Accelerating Sustainable Innovation in Vertical Architecture 加速垂直建筑领域的可持续创新 IntroductionAs urban centres worldwide strive for carbon neutrality, high-rise buildings have emerged as pivotal arenas for sustainable innovation. This newsletter delves into recent advancements and the synergistic efforts propelling the next generation of carbon-zero high-rise developments. CNEUCN and its global partners are at the forefront of this transformation to …
Building Trust in Renewable Energy: Insights from China’s Success and CNEUCN’s Role 建立对可再生能源的信任：来自中国的成功经验和仲欧脱碳科技在其中的作用 Introduction: China’s Pivotal Role in Global Renewable EnergyIn the global race towards a sustainable energy future, China has emerged as a trailblazer in renewable energy deployment. In 2023, the country accounted for 63% of the world’s new renewable energy capacity, with a workforce …
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