The Battle for Eurasia
China, Russia, and their autocratic friends are leading another epic clash over the world’s largest landmass.
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![An aerial view shows a several green and brown fields, including one covered with rows of solar panels. Beyond the solar plant are trees, a river, and a small cluster of buildings.]()
An aerial view shows a several green and brown fields, including one covered with rows of solar panels. Beyond the solar plant are trees, a river, and a small cluster of buildings.
Beijing and Washington Are Battling Over Africa’s Green Future
The energy transition depends on building partnerships with African states.
![U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan speaks and gestures during the daily press briefing at the White House.]()
U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan speaks and gestures during the daily press briefing at the White House.
Washington Doesn’t Want You to Call It Decoupling
The United States hopes to redefine its economic relationship with China to prevail in the biggest strategic showdown of the century.
![Brazilian Finance Minister Fernando Haddad speaks during a news conference at the Brazilian Embassy in Beijing on April 14.]()
Brazilian Finance Minister Fernando Haddad speaks during a news conference at the Brazilian Embassy in Beijing on April 14.
Brazil Courts China to Boost Tech Ties
Lula believes Beijing can help—not hinder—Brasília’s industrial ambitions.
![U.S. President Joe Biden delivers remarks on developing infrastructure jobs in the East Room of the White House in Washington on Nov. 2, 2022.]()
U.S. President Joe Biden delivers remarks on developing infrastructure jobs in the East Room of the White House in Washington on Nov. 2, 2022.
The Silver Lining of Biden’s ‘New Protectionism’
U.S. investment in left-behind places doesn’t have to be a threat to Europe’s own economic prospects.
![German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visits Volkswagen’s Pacheco vehicle plant in General Pacheco, Argentina, on Jan. 29.]()
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visits Volkswagen’s Pacheco vehicle plant in General Pacheco, Argentina, on Jan. 29.
Germany’s Scholz Calls for a New Approach to the Lithium Rush
On a visit to South America, the chancellor pitched partnership rather than exploitation.
![Colombia's President Gustavo Petro attends the session "Leadership for Latin America" during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.]()
Colombia's President Gustavo Petro attends the session "Leadership for Latin America" during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Latin America’s New Left Meets Davos
Though they may seem out of place in the ultra-rich Swiss haven, Lula’s and Petro’s ambitious policy proposals depend on foreign investment.
![A man in a yellow hat stands next to a conveyor belt with blue-green chunks on it.]()
A man in a yellow hat stands next to a conveyor belt with blue-green chunks on it.
Electric Vehicles’ Dirty Secret
EVs may hold great promise. But they’re not a silver bullet.
![A view of high-voltage transmission towers in Houston, Texas, on Feb. 21, 2021.]()
A view of high-voltage transmission towers in Houston, Texas, on Feb. 21, 2021.
Yes, We Need to Talk About Cutting Energy Demand
By focusing only on energy supply, the world is ignoring some of the cheapest and quickest ways to fight the crisis.
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A man views congestion in Kathmandu, Nepal
Nepal’s Big EV Bet
Is it a genuine push toward a cleaner—and safer—nation?
![First Lady Jill Biden, Ecuadorian President Guillermo Lasso, and Ecuadorian First Lady María de Lourdes Alcívar de Lasso wave to reporters at the Carondelet Palace in Quito, Ecuador, on May 19.]()
First Lady Jill Biden, Ecuadorian President Guillermo Lasso, and Ecuadorian First Lady María de Lourdes Alcívar de Lasso wave to reporters at the Carondelet Palace in Quito, Ecuador, on May 19.
Will Washington Invest in Its Neighborhood?
The June Summit of the Americas is an opportunity to unveil a more ambitious regional economic strategy.
![The sun shines in a hazy sky over mechanical equipment at Tanjung Priok sea port.]()
The sun shines in a hazy sky over mechanical equipment at Tanjung Priok sea port.
The Climate Conversation No One Wants
It’s time to talk about managing the world’s likely overshoot beyond 1.5 degrees Celsius.
![Firm Zero-Emission Power]()
Firm Zero-Emission Power
Firm Zero-Emission Power
The challenge for deep decarbonization of the grid
![Toward Deep Decarbonization]()
Toward Deep Decarbonization
Toward Deep Decarbonization
Transformational technologies essential to the clean energy transition.
![U.S. President Joe Biden speaks about climate change issues,]()
U.S. President Joe Biden speaks about climate change issues,
Biden Plans Big Pledge on U.S. Emissions Cuts
Washington wants to reclaim climate leadership and get other major countries to ramp up ambitions.
![A vintage illustration of a futuristic three-wheeled self-driving ‘“dream car” from 1961.]()
A vintage illustration of a futuristic three-wheeled self-driving ‘“dream car” from 1961.
Our Amazing Clean Energy Future Has Arrived
The evidence of a great green wave is now overwhelming. And it will only get better.
![A power cable is seen plugged into a Tesla Roadster after a news conference with California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger June 30, 2008 at Tesla Motors in San Carlos, California. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)]()
A power cable is seen plugged into a Tesla Roadster after a news conference with California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger June 30, 2008 at Tesla Motors in San Carlos, California. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
China Is Building the Batteries of the Future
Tesla is the United States' only shot at critical new technology.
![A Congolese man digs through mine waste searching for left over cobalt. May 31, 2015.]()
A Congolese man digs through mine waste searching for left over cobalt. May 31, 2015.
From Blackwater to Batteries
Erik Prince has moved beyond mercenary armies. His next project is mining minerals in Congo and Afghanistan to help power electric cars. It’s unlikely to help conflict-ridden countries—and could harm them.
![Volvo Cars CEO Hakan Samuelsson poses for photographer after an interview at Volvo Cars Showroom in Stockholm, Sweden, on July 05, 2017.
Samuelsson said that all Volvo cars will be electric or hybrid within two years. The Chinese-owned automotive group plans to phase out the conventional car engine. / AFP PHOTO / TT NEWS AGENCY AND TT News Agency / Jonas EKSTROMER / Sweden OUT (Photo credit should read JONAS EKSTROMER/AFP/Getty Images)]()
Volvo Cars CEO Hakan Samuelsson poses for photographer after an interview at Volvo Cars Showroom in Stockholm, Sweden, on July 05, 2017.
Samuelsson said that all Volvo cars will be electric or hybrid within two years. The Chinese-owned automotive group plans to phase out the conventional car engine. / AFP PHOTO / TT NEWS AGENCY AND TT News Agency / Jonas EKSTROMER / Sweden OUT (Photo credit should read JONAS EKSTROMER/AFP/Getty Images)
Volvo Goes Electric: Is This the Beginning of the End for Gas-Powered Cars?
The Chinese-owned, Swedish carmaker is the first to swear off regular engines entirely.
![VATICAN CITY, VATICAN - APRIL 29: U.S. Vice President Joe Biden (L) greets Pope Francis (R) upon his arrival before Pope Francis receives in audience the participants at the international conference promoted by the Pontifical Council for Culture on the progress of regenerative medicine and its cultural impact, at Paul VI Audience Hall in the Vatican City, Vatican on April 29, 2016. (Photo by Riccardo De Luca/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)]()
VATICAN CITY, VATICAN - APRIL 29: U.S. Vice President Joe Biden (L) greets Pope Francis (R) upon his arrival before Pope Francis receives in audience the participants at the international conference promoted by the Pontifical Council for Culture on the progress of regenerative medicine and its cultural impact, at Paul VI Audience Hall in the Vatican City, Vatican on April 29, 2016. (Photo by Riccardo De Luca/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)
Joe Biden On Confessions, Cars, and Holy Wagers
In unscripted moment at the Vatican, the U.S. veep seeks absolution not for betting on cars, but for losing.
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VW Now Facing North of $60 Billion In U.S. Fines for Emissions Cheat
The FTC sued Volkswagen Tuesday for what could end up being $15 billion in fines.
Beijing and Washington Are Battling Over Africa’s Green Future
The energy transition depends on building partnerships with African states.
Washington Doesn’t Want You to Call It Decoupling
The United States hopes to redefine its economic relationship with China to prevail in the biggest strategic showdown of the century.
Brazil Courts China to Boost Tech Ties
Lula believes Beijing can help—not hinder—Brasília’s industrial ambitions.
The Silver Lining of Biden’s ‘New Protectionism’
U.S. investment in left-behind places doesn’t have to be a threat to Europe’s own economic prospects.
Germany’s Scholz Calls for a New Approach to the Lithium Rush
On a visit to South America, the chancellor pitched partnership rather than exploitation.
Latin America’s New Left Meets Davos
Though they may seem out of place in the ultra-rich Swiss haven, Lula’s and Petro’s ambitious policy proposals depend on foreign investment.
Electric Vehicles’ Dirty Secret
EVs may hold great promise. But they’re not a silver bullet.
Yes, We Need to Talk About Cutting Energy Demand
By focusing only on energy supply, the world is ignoring some of the cheapest and quickest ways to fight the crisis.
Nepal’s Big EV Bet
Is it a genuine push toward a cleaner—and safer—nation?
Will Washington Invest in Its Neighborhood?
The June Summit of the Americas is an opportunity to unveil a more ambitious regional economic strategy.
The Climate Conversation No One Wants
It’s time to talk about managing the world’s likely overshoot beyond 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Firm Zero-Emission Power
The challenge for deep decarbonization of the grid
Toward Deep Decarbonization
Transformational technologies essential to the clean energy transition.
Biden Plans Big Pledge on U.S. Emissions Cuts
Washington wants to reclaim climate leadership and get other major countries to ramp up ambitions.
Our Amazing Clean Energy Future Has Arrived
The evidence of a great green wave is now overwhelming. And it will only get better.
China Is Building the Batteries of the Future
Tesla is the United States' only shot at critical new technology.
From Blackwater to Batteries
Erik Prince has moved beyond mercenary armies. His next project is mining minerals in Congo and Afghanistan to help power electric cars. It’s unlikely to help conflict-ridden countries—and could harm them.
Volvo Goes Electric: Is This the Beginning of the End for Gas-Powered Cars?
The Chinese-owned, Swedish carmaker is the first to swear off regular engines entirely.
Joe Biden On Confessions, Cars, and Holy Wagers
In unscripted moment at the Vatican, the U.S. veep seeks absolution not for betting on cars, but for losing.
VW Now Facing North of $60 Billion In U.S. Fines for Emissions Cheat
The FTC sued Volkswagen Tuesday for what could end up being $15 billion in fines.
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