The UK has announced an ambitious target to achieve a net zero carbon economy by 2050. It is widely acknowledged both within the UK government and industry more broadly that hydrogen will play a key role in achieving this target. The potential role of hydrogen in the transport and heating sector is seen as particularly
Energy Transition
Fossil Fuel Resurgence or Divergence: China’s Recent Energy Trends
By Hallam Chow & Tim L. Y. Liu on
Posted in Fossil Fuels, Renewables

After a 15-year drop in its fossil fuel consumption, China is seeing signs of returning to an economy that favors fossil fuels. To help the economy recover from the COVID-19 hit, China is promoting more infrastructure, including roads, railways and airports. From January to July 2020, over 70% of local government funds were directed to…