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Air Workshop Proposes Policy Priorities for the 14th Five Year Plan
— by quanxun — last modified Jun 23, 2021 06:32 PMLate July, Energy Foundation China and the Foreign Economic Cooperation Office of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment jointly held a workshop to identify policy gaps in the field of air quality for the next Five-Year Plan (2021–2015).
Electrification Is the Future for Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Experts Say
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Sep 29, 2019 12:29 PMTechnical innovations such as electrification will help push trucks in China toward net-zero emissions, said experts attending the Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero Emissions Summit in Bo’ao, Hainan province.
Key to Building Livable and Sustainable Cities in China
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Feb 12, 2020 07:05 PMOver the past 40 years, the people in China have watched their city roads getting wider and wider, with more and more motor vehicles running on them. Unfortunately, they also bore witness to the ballooning problems of traffic congestion and air pollution. Wang Zhigao, director of the Low Carbon Cities Program of Energy Foundation China, felt increasingly worried. “The car-oriented model of urban development and chaotic expansion have led to a variety of urban diseases. What people need is a livable place that is low carbon, prosperous, vibrant, and humane,” he said.
Ministry of Ecology and Environment of China and Energy Foundation Enter Into Cooperation Framework Agreement (2019-2023)
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Jun 26, 2019 11:19 PMOn June 2nd, 2019, Mr. ZHAO Yingmin, Vice Minister of Ecology and Environment of China (MEE) met a delegation of the Energy Foundation led by Mr. ZHANG Hongjun, Chair of the Board.
CCICED Forum Held to Accelerate Climate Action and Empower Economic Transformation
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Jun 26, 2019 11:18 PMIn early June, Energy Foundation China joined hands with the Institute of Climate Change and Sustainable Development of Tsinghua University, Children’s Investment Fund Foundation, and the Institutes of Science and Development of the Chinese Academy of Sciences to host a “Post-Katowice Global Climate Governance” forum on the sidelines of the 2019 Annual General Meeting of the China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development (CCICED).
Energy Revolution and Low-Carbon Future for the Humankind: A Message From the President of Energy Foundation China on the Organization’s 20th Birthday
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Feb 12, 2020 05:26 PMThe year of 2019 is a rather unusual year. It’s the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. It coincides with the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the United States. This is also the year that many Chinese from all walks of life have just reviewed the 40 years of reform and opening up of the country. The people are now eyeing a new phase of development in the coming decade and beyond. The country is poised to usher in formal implementation of the Paris Agreement as well, which is known as “the best chance we have to save the one planet we have.” Standing at this important juncture, Energy Foundation China happens to be celebrating its 20th birthday as an environmental philanthropy in the country. While we are filled with emotions reminiscing about our past, our eyes are firmly set upon the future.
EF China Jointly Launched a BRI Cities Alliance
— by Chen Renwei — last modified May 15, 2019 09:46 PMAt the Chinese government’s Second Belt and Road Forum on April 25, partners including EF China launched the Belt and Road Sustainable Cities Alliance.
New Partnership Formed for World-Class Air Quality in China
— by Chen Renwei — last modified May 13, 2019 11:51 PMWith support from Energy Foundation China (EF China), more than 40 experts gathered in late April to launch the China Clean Air Policy Partnership (CCAPP) and hold its first steering committee meeting.
Stakeholders Join Hands to Boost Cooling Efficiency in BRI Countries
— by Chen Renwei — last modified May 05, 2019 08:42 PMAt the Green Silk Road Thematic Forum of the Chinese government’s Second Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation on April 25, the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) launched a BRI Green Cooling Initiative. Energy Foundation China, as a co-sponsor, witnessed this important moment.
Green Development Crucial for BRI’s Success, Says Zou Ji
— by Chen Renwei — last modified May 05, 2019 08:54 PMThe BRI International Green Development Coalition held its very first plenary session in Beijing in the morning of April 25, on the sidelines of the Chinese government’s second Belt and Road Forum.
“Friends of the Paris Agreement” Maintain Momentum for UN Climate Summit and COP 25
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Jan 03, 2020 03:48 PMExperts Agree International Emission Control Area Is the Future
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Mar 20, 2019 12:14 PMIn February 2019, the Transport Planning Research Institute of China’s Ministry of Transport (MOT) shared the findings of a feasibility study on how to design and apply for an Emission Control Area (ECA) that will meet the requirements of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
ESCAP-Energy Foundation sign agreement to boost low carbon and sustainable energy targets in region
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Jan 15, 2019 10:10 AM14 January 2019, Beijing – The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) and the Energy Foundation (EF) today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to deepen their collaboration in promoting sustainable energy for economic development, and environmental protection in the region.
Our Heartfelt Thanks to Eric
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Dec 24, 2018 06:40 PMEric Heitz, the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of the Energy Foundation, will leave office on December 31, 2018 and start a new career, after working for the foundation for 28 years.
Moving On from the Energy Foundation China After 20 Years
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Dec 24, 2018 06:41 PMChina has made great progress on clean air and clean energy over the last 20 years and I’m so proud Energy Foundation China played our small part in supporting these gains.
COP24 | Telling Climate Stories in Katowice
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Dec 20, 2018 03:59 PMOn December 7th, China’s National Center for Climate Change Strategy and International Cooperation (NCSC) and the China News Service co-hosted a“Climate Change Communication and Public Participation” side event at the China Pavilion of the 24th United Nations Climate Change Conference.
Communication Workshop Held in Hebei to Help Defend the Blue Sky
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Jun 24, 2021 01:09 PMOn November 19-20, the Center for Environmental Education and Communications of the Ministry of Environmental Protection (CEEC) hosted a workshop on “Defending the Blue Sky Through Strategic Communications” in Hengshui, Hebei province.
Communication Workshop Held in Hebei to Help Defend the Blue Sky
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Dec 04, 2018 10:25 PMOn November 19-20, the Center for Environmental Education and Communications of the Ministry of Environmental Protection (CEEC) hosted a workshop on “Defending the Blue Sky Through Strategic Communications” in Hengshui, Hebei province.
CCICED Forum Highlights Innovation for the Climate Fight
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Dec 13, 2018 09:57 AMAt the 2018 annual general meeting of the China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development (CCICED), Energy Foundation China, Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), and the Institutes of Science and Development at the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CASISD) supported an open forum titled “Addressing Climate Change by Innovating Development Pathways” on November 2.
EF China received Transformative Policy Award from UNEP
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Jul 02, 2019 06:36 PMOn September 11, the “Super Pollutants Day” that culminated in an award ceremony attracted much attention during the Global Climate Action Summit in San Francisco.
Top Economists Gathered in California for the 3rd Meeting on Low Carbon Development
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Sep 20, 2018 05:24 PMOn September 13, the 3rd Meeting of the Dialogue Series on Global and China Agenda of Green and Low Carbon Development was held in San Francisco
High-Level US-China Subnational Climate Dialogue Held During Summit
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Sep 20, 2018 05:27 PMDuring the Global Climate Action Summit in California, a “High-Level US-China Subnational Climate Dialogue” was successfully held on September 12.
As the Global Climate Action Summit unfolds, wonderful China stories await to be staged! Want to learn more or join in? Click here!
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Sep 21, 2018 12:59 PMFrom September 12 to 14, leaders and people will gather in San Francisco from around the world to “Take Ambition to the Next Level.” The Global Climate Action Summit (GCAS) “will be a moment to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of states, regions, cities, companies, investors and citizens with respect to climate action. It will also be a launchpad for deeper worldwide commitments and accelerated action from countries—supported by all sectors of society—that can put the globe on track to prevent dangerous climate change and realize the historic Paris Agreement.”
Special Policy Study Launched on Global Climate Governance and China’s Role
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Aug 21, 2018 01:16 PMOn July 28, 2018, the China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development (CCICED) held the inception meeting for its special policy study on Global Climate Governance and China’s Role in Beijing. Ministry of Ecology and Environment representatives, CCICED Secretariat members, Chinese and international leads of the project, a special advisor of CCICED, and the council’s donors and partners discussed research topics and the focus of the project.
Energy Foundation China, Environment Ministry’s Communications Arm to Enhance Cooperation
— by Chen Renwei — last modified Feb 07, 2021 09:48 AMOn May 17, Energy Foundation China (EF China) and the Center for Environmental Education and Communications of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment (CEEC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on strategic communications in Beijing.
EF China president shares his opinion about the institutional reform that transferred climate change authorities to the Ministry of Ecology and Environment
— by Chen Renwei — last modified May 21, 2018 09:50 PMShifting the climate change functions to the Ministry of Ecology and Environment gives the new Ministry a significant political mandate that provides an institutional guarantee for ecological civilization, green development, and a global community with shared future for humankind.
