This week in climate policy: 4 stories you should follow

Upcoming Ohio Supreme Court decisions could affect the future of solar energy development; California receives federal funding for a regional hydrogen energy hub. Read More

ExxonMobil’s $10 billion plan to boost plastics production in China

A new climate agreement with the U.S. disregards China’s plans to increase plastics production. Read More

The US/China climate agreement: 5 takeaways for business leaders

With geopolitical tensions high and the stakes for the global environment rising, the countries reached the starting point for a path forward on mitigating the climate crisis. Read More

Megathreats endanger sustainability's progress

Emerging global megathreats and outdated skill sets could hamper the momentum of sustainability agenda. Read More

Can the mining sector keep up with demand for critical minerals?

A new report from McKinsey sets out how businesses and government can work together to preempt potential shortfalls in supplies of nickel and rare earth minerals. Read More

EV tax credits: A whole lot of speculation, interpretation — and lawsuits?

The Treasury Department's long-awaited guidance on EV tax credit eligibility offers both clarity and confusion. Read More

What’s after coal? Accelerating China’s overseas investment in renewables

China is well positioned to promote green power sources on a large scale. Read More

By Ziyi Ma

What the end of COVID-zero means for clean energy technologies

China is opening back up. Will that mean some clean energy supply chains will clear up? Not likely. Read More

China’s lucrative orchid industry tests the nation’s commitment to conservation

Finding alternate growing techniques, like ancient varietals and cultivation methods like forest farming, could boost the industry. Read More

3 green economy insights from China’s quintessential convening

Things to watch closely: agrifood sector support, public R&D for decarbonization and plans for building a just and inclusive economy. Read More