In our last episode of Season 4, we speak with Alpha Wang, Founder and CEO of TerraQuanta (大地量子). TerraQuanta is a geospatial analytics startup that uses artificial intelligence to access and assess climate-related physical risk data. Join us as we explore the benefits of having a Chengdu-based business, as well as the competitive advantage of TerraQuanta in this crowded space. Subscribe to the China Cleantech podcast newsletter here. Relevant links: TerraQuanta Alpha Wang’s LinkedIn ..read more

In the second episode of Season 3, we speak with Jason Tu, co-founder and CEO of MioTech. MioTech is an artificial intelligence platform that enables investment managers to gain an understanding of complex ESG data. By integrating and analyzing data from all types of sources, MioTech streamlines the entire sustainable investment process. Is the challenge of decarbonizing investment one of data availability or data transparency? Does China really have a data problem? Dive into this timely discussion of what’s needed in the measurement, disclosure and management of concrete and actionable climat ..read more

The third season of China Cleantech is focused on climate finance. With this first episode, we explore the theme of financial inclusion in China and its connection to climate change. Join us for a fascinating discussion with Dr. Xu Hu, Deputy Head of Research at the Chinese Academy of Financial Inclusion (CAFI) at Renmin University. What does being unbanked in China mean? How does extending financial services in rural areas support net zero carbon goals? How might reforming the 1,600 community banks operating in rural China lead to better climate outcomes? How can the three-layered retirement ..read more

In our last episode of Season 2, we speak with Dr. Ma Jun, founder and president of the Institute of Finance and Sustainability (IFS) in Beijing. IFS brings together leading finance experts at the national and local levels in China to promote green finance. Areas of focus include International Collaboration, Energy and Climate Change, ESG Investment, Greentech Innovation and Investment, and Financing Nature-Based Solutions. In addition to their domestic work, they also support green finance internationally, especially along the Belt and Road. In addition to leading IFS, Ma Jun is a member of t ..read more

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Shi Zhengrong (施正荣), known as the ‘Sun King’ for his pioneering work scaling solar PV development and manufacturing in China. Dr. Shi founded Suntech Power, once the world’s largest producer of solar panels reaching a market cap of $US 16 bn with an annual production capacity of 1,000 MW, enough to power 1 million US homes. Suntech became a catalyst for other Chinese solar companies to become publicly listed. We explore Dr. Shi’s path from Suntech to Sunman Energy, a new venture that produces eArc, a lightweight, glass-free and flexible form of solar PV. Lear ..read more

[Recorded on August 12, 2020] In this episode, we speak with Luhui Yan, founder of Carbonstop (碳阻迹). Carbonstop provides clients with granular carbon footprint data and analytics, serving brands such as Alibaba’s Ant Forest and Cai Niao. When a company wants to understand the carbon footprint of its business, including commuter, building, and supply chain emissions, or a specific product, they come to Carbonstop. Luhui, Andrew and Marilyn discuss the demand for carbon emissions measurement in China, the Chinese Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), and answer the question, “Does the Chinese consumer ..read more

In our last episode of Season 4, we speak with Alpha Wang, Founder and CEO of TerraQuanta (大地量子). TerraQuanta is a geospatial analytics startup that uses artificial intelligence to access and assess climate-related physical risk data. Join us as we explore the benefits of having a Chengdu-based business, as well as the competitive advantage of TerraQuanta in this crowded space. Subscribe to the China Cleantech podcast newsletter here. Relevant links: TerraQuanta Alpha Wang’s LinkedIn ..read more

In this episode, we are joined by Ethan Zhu, founder and CEO of PowerShare. PowerShare is a Virtual Power Plant Platform that manages and distributes energy resources. What is a Virtual Power Plant (VPP)? How is power system management getting smarter and more efficient? Are there government policies that support VPP and energy digitization? Tune in for this week's episode of China Cleantech. Subscribe to the China Cleantech podcast newsletter here. Relevant links: PowerShare Ethan Zhu’s LinkedIn Explainer: The 'VIE' structure helping Chinese firms float abroad  ..read more

Xiaojing is the co-founder and managing partner at Impact Hub Shanghai. In this week’s episode, we explore how Impact Hub Shanghai is furthering sustainability with business innovation, how Impact Hub works with corporations to achieve sustainability goals, and the startups that are propelling sustainable industries forward in China. Subscribe to the China Cleantech podcast newsletter here. Relevant links: Impact Hub Shanghai Fei Xiaojing’s LinkedIn ..read more

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