Economist Podcasts The little green look: China’s energy revolution
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Nov 12, 2025 
Gabriel Crossley, a China correspondent for The Economist, dives into China's ambitious green energy strategy and the challenges of relying on coal as it aims for net-zero emissions. Moeka Iida, East Asia reporter, explores how the One Piece pirate flags have become symbols for youth protests worldwide, resonating with themes of solidarity and rebellion. Additionally, Mike Jakeman sheds light on the sports broadcasting industry’s response to piracy, revealing how leagues are creatively monetizing their audiences instead of just pursuing illegal streams.
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China's Green Tech Is Global Game-Changer
- China now drives global renewable deployment through massive production and domestic uptake of green tech.
- Gabriel Crossley argues this gives China unmatched leverage to cut emissions and export green influence.
Policy Shift Driven By Risk And Opportunity
- China shifted from arguing developed countries should lead to pledging emissions peak and cuts before 2035.
- Crossley says this reflects both climate risk and a strategy to capture economic and geopolitical gains.
Scale Built By Subsidy Plus Competition
- Government subsidies plus fierce private-sector competition scaled supply and demand for renewables.
- The result: half of cars sold in China are electric and China supplies most solar panels and batteries.