China × Cleantech — April 2019
Welcome to the next issue of China x Cleantech, our April 2019 news edition. For our full China × Cleantech history, stroll over to the “Future Trends” section of our website. For the previous edition, check here.
Research
Mexico’s Fires Are Creating Dangerous Levels Of Air Pollution, Real-Time Data Show
“As residents of Mexico City are being asked to stay indoors to avoid hazardous air quality, WRI’s Resource Watch team is tracking the fires breaking out in Mexico and Central America in near-real time,” the World Resources Institute emailed CleanTechnica.
43 Cities Score “A” Grade In CDP Climate Change Ranking
A total of 43 cities — including Barcelona, London, Paris, Cape Town, and Hong Kong — populate a new “A List” ranking cities’ action to cut emissions and set climate strategies published this week by environmental impact non-profit CDP to celebrate the start of EU Green Week.
“Collapse” Of German Onshore Wind Is “Jeopardizing” German & EU Renewable Targets
The growth of onshore wind energy is collapsing in Germany, according to European wind energy trade body WindEurope, and in the process is jeopardising not only the renewable energy targets of Germany but of the whole European Union.
Scientists Say They Have Created An Environmentally Friendly Alternative To Styrofoam
Scientists at Washington State University have created a new type of foam derived from wood pulp they say has as much insulating power as Styrofoam.
Why Securing Land Rights For Indigenous People Can Accelerate Sustainable Development (Podcast)
About half of the world’s land is collectively held. Most of that land is not legally recognized under national laws, and even less of that land is formally documented with a land title.
On Climate, Washington State Back In The Lead
Washington State closed out its 2019 legislative session with some big wins for the climate. The legislature passed a 100% clean electricity standard, new efficiency policies, and regulation of super-pollutants, but there is more to do in coming years.
EV Drivers — Who Are You? Why Are You? What’s Next?
Since 2016, CleanTechnica has published annual reports on electric vehicle drivers, which electric vehicles (EVs) they drive, what they expect to buy or lease next, their charging experiences, what features they want in a vehicle, and more. This is fascinating stuff and we share the results with the CleanTechnica community after the full analysis is completed. It’s time for another round of survey collection.
Yes, The International Monetary Fund Is Waking Up To Financial Risks Of The Climate Crisis
It’s a sign of the times that even the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is exploring ways in which it can help address the climate crisis. Building on two new IMF papers released last week and Managing Director Christine Lagarde’s eight years of leadership, this mainstay of traditional economic thought is lending its voice and unique mandate to the cause of tackling climate change.
Is Your City Really Serious About Road Safety? Look For These 3 Things
Thirty-six people died in traffic crashes in Washington, D.C., last year, a 20% increase from 2017. Eight people, six of whom were walking or biking, have already been killed this year, prompting a major public rally just two weeks ago. Residents are angry that the city isn’t succeeding in curbing road deaths, despite the fact that Mayor Muriel Bowser committed to end traffic fatalities entirely by 2024.
