Tag: China

Sungrow Hydrogen lands contract for China Coal Ordos Energy Chemical’s “100,000-ton Liquid Sunshine”

March 17, 2025 | Meghan Sapp

In China, Sungrow Hydrogen has secured the largest share of the $680 million hydrogen production equipment contract for China Coal Ordos Energy Chemical’s “100,000-ton Liquid Sunshine” Demonstration Project, a national green hydrogen flagship initiative. The company will deliver 16 alkaline electrolyzers (1,200 Nm³/h each) and integrated gas-liquid separation and purification systems, reinforcing its leadership in large-scale industrial green hydrogen […]

China develops high-protein corn to reduce soybean dependence

March 16, 2025 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In South Korea, ChosunBiz reported that China is accelerating the development and distribution of high-protein corn varieties, with the aim of reducing its reliance on soybean imports, which determine the protein content of animal feed. China depends on the United States for over 20% of its soybean imports, and with the recent escalation of U.S.-China […]

Chinese scientists introduce new bio-based nanocomposite

March 16, 2025 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In China, CGTN reported that a group of Chinese researchers has synthesized a novel bio-based polyester nanocomposite with impressive, comprehensive performance and reprocessability, according to a recent research article published in the journal Nano-Micro Letters. Renewable bio-based materials show promise in replacing traditional plastics, offering an eco-friendly solution to the global energy crisis and environmental […]

Shanghai bank funds Eastern Pacific Shipping’s LNG ships

March 6, 2025 | Jim Kendrick

In China, Xinde Marine News reports Shanghai-based Puyin Financial Leasing signed a financing deal with Singapore’s Eastern Pacific Shipping on February 25 for two LNG dual-fuel Neo-Panamax container ships under construction at Jiangsu New Times Shipbuilding. The vessels are designed to meet IMO Tier III emissions standards, emphasizing fuel efficiency and reduced environmental impact. EPS, […]

Hactl signs MOU with Shell Hong Kong expanding HVO use

March 5, 2025 | Meghan Sapp

In China, Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent cargo handler – is entering into a new memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Shell Hong Kong Limited (Shell), covering the supply of renewable diesel fuel for its ramp equipment and road vehicles. Shell is recognizing Hactl as its first Strategic Collaborator on […]

Chinese researchers develop pig gelatin, origami-inspired robots

March 3, 2025 | Rebecca Gendron

In China, researchers at Westlake University have made a “soft robot” by combining pig gelatin and cellulose derived from cotton. Inspired by Kresling origami, the 240-mm robotic arm features a flexible, modular design made of four connected segments, each capable of bending and twisting in various directions. Movement is controlled by three internal threads adjusted […]

Chinese researchers set new benchmark in solar hydrogen production efficiency

March 2, 2025 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In China, CGTN reported that a team of Chinese researchers has achieved a record solar hydrogen production efficiency of 10.36%, sustained for over a month, paving the way for large-scale green hydrogen production. According to a study recently published in Nature Communications, researchers from the University of Science and Technology of China and Wuhan University […]

China bets big on biomethanol, but challenges loom

February 27, 2025 | Jim Kendrick

In Singapore, Manifold Times reports Chinese green energy firms have announced over 100 biomethanol projects totaling 30 million t/yr to supply the maritime sector, but high investment costs and a slowing economy pose challenges, according to speakers at the Argus Green Marine Fuels Asia conference in Singapore held February 18-19. “Securing long-term offtake agreements with […]

Mightiest methanol – CSSC dual-fuel engine beats schedule

February 27, 2025 | Jim Kendrick

In China, Shanghai Observer reported China State Shipbuilding Corporation’s WinGD and CSSC Marine Power delivered the world’s most powerful methanol dual-fuel marine engine in Shanghai. The 2,000-ton low-speed main engine, which will be used on a 16,000-TEU container ship, was developed in just two years, significantly shorter than the usual three-year cycle. “According to engine […]

Researchers identify genes that help sorghum resist striga by preventing its germination

February 23, 2025 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In The Philippines, ISAAA reported that Chinese scientists have identified two specific genes in sorghum, SbSLT1 and SbSLT2, that confer resistance to Striga, a major parasitic plant responsible for major crop losses. When the two genes are knocked out, the plant’s resistance to Striga, commonly known as witch-weed, significantly increases, the report stated. This discovery […]

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