Wilson Center | China Environment Forum

Indonesia, the world’s top coal exporter, is tackling the challenge of ambitious net-zero targets by 2050. The potential for partnerships with China and the West in energy storage, domestic manufacturing, and industrial decarbonization offers a clear pathway to accelerate Indonesia's clean energy transition. ? ? ?? Join us on December 5th at 8 PM ET for this insightful discussion featuring Fabby Tumiwa (Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR)), Ghee Peh (Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA)) and Shuang Liu (World Resources Institute).? ??RSVP here: https://bit.ly/4fA9mNB??

Check out Xiaokang(Harold) Xue's, our Summer'24 intern, blog on New Security Beat below!

???ICYMI | The recording of the event"The Role of China in Africa's Just Energy Transition" is now available in Chinese! 《中国在非洲公正能源转型中的角色》活动回放现已推出中文版！ Explore China's role in Africa's #energytransition, focusing on #environmentaljustice within Chinese investments, particularly in mining and off-grid power projects across the continent.?跟随我们一起了解中国在非洲能源转型中扮演的角色，探讨其在非洲矿业和离网电力项目中的投资以及伴随而来的环境正义问题。 ?? Watch the recording here| 点击链接观看完整回放:?https://lnkd.in/ekYuP8wK

?? The Wilson China Fellowship is now accepting applications! ?? Apply by December 15, 2024: https://bit.ly/3UTZo10 We’re proud to highlight the impactful work of three 2023–2024 Wilson China Fellows: ?? Jessica DiCarlo: Can the Race for Decarbonization Be 'Green'? https://lnkd.in/ew464tRc ?? Dr. Ammar A. Malik: Crossroads of Regret: The Developing World's Belt & Road Dilemma https://lnkd.in/ehxq7QVz ?? Jeremy Wallace: China's Carbon Triangle: Climate Change and the Unwinding of the Land-Finance-Real Estate Development Model https://lnkd.in/ev7Sy8m6

??? Today, leaders at #COP29 will convene for the ‘Energy/Peace, Relief, and Recovery Day’ to advance climate-related causes of human insecurity and scale up international cooperation to streamline finance for relief and recovery, especially for climate-vulnerable countries with high levels of humanitarian needs. Over 50 international NGOs have submitted proposals to address the damage caused by water scarcity, food security, and ecological mine contamination. Ecosystem for Peace, a collective of experts in the field, have put forth principles for effective climate finance and action for relief, recovery, and peace: ?Building and incorporating an in-depth understanding of the specific context through participatory and inclusive processes in climate action and programming. ?Ensuring flexibility and adaptability of financing mechanisms based on continuous learning and evidence, anticipating and responding to changes over time. ?Prioritising local ownership and leadership of affected groups to further community-led environmental peacebuilding efforts. ?Supporting collaboration and synergies among diverse stakeholders accounting for the needs of the community. As deliberation at COP29 gets underway, keep an eye on the #Climate and #Peace Initiative, which will deliberate on tangible outcomes to match the needs of the vulnerable communities with existing resources while fostering various initiatives on the peace and climate nexus. Also look out for the Baku Climate and Peace Action Hub, which will work towards fostering new multi-stakeholder partnerships to share best practices and develop implementation mechanisms, including establishing a center of excellence hub. The Wilson Center

?? iGDP's New Briefing on Tackling Super-Pollutants for a Healthier Planet ?? Methane is the second largest greenhouse gas after CO2, and one of the most powerful short-lived pollutants driving global warming. Reducing methane emissions isn’t just a climate win—it's a health win, a food security win, and an opportunity to accelerate global cooperation. ?? Today, iGDP releases the first of our Policy Brief Series: Methane Mitigation Efforts and Prospects in China — a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities China faces in curbing methane. In this briefing: ?? We review recent international and Chinese policies on methane reduction ?? Highlight sector-specific strategies that can make a real difference ?? Provide actionable recommendations for cutting emissions and creating a cleaner, healthier future ?? Learn more about our COP29 events and publications on our COP29 page: https://lnkd.in/eFXivhiP #Methane #COP29 #Sustainability #CleanFuture #SuperPollutants #GlobalCooperation

?? Shrimp farming in Borneo's Mahakam Delta has destroyed mangroves, threatening ecosystems and livelihoods. Can restoration balance farming with conservation? ?? In the?1980s, shrimp ponds began replacing the mangroves in the Mahakam Delta. By 2020, around?half?of the delta’s forests were lost due to weak regulatory enforcement and inadequate environmental protection. This large-scale deforestation increased the area’s vulnerability to climate change. ?? In response, several mangrove restoration programs were launched by the Indonesian government, with a major reforestation project first announced in?2000, “but the expected outcome was not achieved.” ?? Experts say poor methodology and limited practical support are to blame for the program failures, exacerbating the communities’ vulnerability to natural hazards like erosion and surges. This piece was published in Dialogue Earth as part of the Wilson Center | China Environment Forum (CEF) and East-West Center Vulnerable Deltas in Southeast Asia initiative, generously supported by the Henry Luce Foundation Inc. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/gkdRgbFW For more blog posts about river deltas, visit CEF's page here: https://lnkd.in/g7X6xVqs

The Chinese #OffshoreWind sector is surging, now accounting for two-thirds of global capacity. However, as demand grows, concerns arise about the industry's ability to sustainably meet the long-term power needs of coastal provinces.????In Man-Hsuan(Annie) Lin’s recent interview with Cosimo Ries from Trivium China, they discuss the drivers behind China's offshore wind industry. ??Read more on New Security Beat: https://lnkd.in/eystG9fh

Balancing community benefits and ecological preservation remains challenging as China’s #nationalparks system expands. The new concession model in #Sanjiangyuan opens up pathways for sustainable growth that support both local communities and nature. ?? Check out our latest blog with Miranda Li on New Security Beat to learn more: https://disq.us/t/4rep7st

????Indonesia's progress in reducing palm oil deforestation is at risk, with a recent rise driven by demand from China, India, and domestic consumption. These markets are sourcing palm oil linked to higher deforestation rates, signaling a need for urgent intervention. ? ?? Read more in our latest piece with Jason Jon Benedict and Robert Heilmayr from Trase - Intelligence for sustainable trade on New Security Beat here: https://disq.us/t/4rayn97 ? #PalmOil #ClimateAction #Deforestation #Indonesia