#232 China Is Self Destructing & Taking the World Down With It | Andrew Eil
Dec 18, 2023
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Andrew Eil, Head of climate risk for North America for Tata Consultancy Services, discusses China's role in the COP28 climate summit, China's commitment to reduce methane emissions, China's dominance in the renewable energy supply chain, the complexities of pollution in China, and the challenges in addressing environmental and labor issues in trade agreements.
China's role in the global climate space is crucial and their commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions is vital in addressing climate change.
China has recently shown willingness to address climate change by making a bilateral agreement with the US to reduce methane emissions, which is a significant contributor to global warming.
Reducing methane emissions in China requires a comprehensive approach that includes addressing sources like coal mine methane, oil and gas operations, and investing in infrastructure for capturing and reducing methane.
Deep dives
China's Role in Climate Conference COP 28
China plays a significant role in the global climate space due to being the largest greenhouse gas emitter in the world. Their actions and commitments are crucial in addressing climate change.
China's Commitment to Reduce Methane Emissions
China recently made a bilateral agreement with the US to reduce methane emissions, demonstrating their willingness to address the issue. Methane reduction is important as it has a significant impact on global warming.
China's Sources of Methane Emissions
Coal mine methane is one of the largest sources of methane emissions in China, considering its significant coal production. However, there are also other sources, such as oil and gas operations.
Challenges in Reducing China's Methane Emissions
Reducing methane emissions in China requires a comprehensive approach, including reducing coal production, capturing methane from coal mines, and addressing leaks from oil and gas operations. This process involves technical challenges and requires investment in infrastructure.
Implications for China's Environmental Standards and Accountability
China's environmental pollution extends beyond carbon emissions, leading to water and soil contamination. The accumulated pollution poses long-term challenges that cannot be easily solved. The international community faces the task of encouraging China to take stronger environmental regulations and accountability measures to address these issues.
China is the biggest emitter of greenhouses gases on the planet, and while it's made some promises about cutting down its emissions, it could be too little too late. In this episode of China Unscripted, we discuss China's role in the COP28 climate summit, how to get China to reduce its emissions, and the real environmental cost of "made in China." Joining us in this episode is Andrew Eil, the head of climate risk for North America for Tata Consultancy Services.
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