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What does the EU & China Partnership do?

In energy, the partnership works on topics such as promoting energy efficient buildings, researching energy technologies, and finding ways to integrate renewable energy into urban areas. The EU and China share common interests and goals for the clean energy transition.

Why does the EU cooperate with China?

The EU and China are jointly responsible for one third of the world's final energy consumption. The EU’s energy cooperation with China thus focuses on supporting both sides’ clean energy transition, a prerequisite to successfully implement the Paris Agreement and to provide their citizens with clean, sustainable and affordable energy.

What is the relationship between the EU and China?

The EU and China share common interests and goals for the clean energy transition. China produces and uses more energy than any other country. Energy developments in China therefore have a big impact on global energy markets, as well as on the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere.

What is China's Energy Platform?

It is jointly steered by the Commission’s Directorate-General for Energy and the Chinese National Energy Administration. The platform gathers a wide array of energy players in China and the EU like relevant public authorities, energy associations, energy industry and businesses, as well as leading energy research institutes and thinks-tanks.

Does China use more energy than other countries?

China produces and uses more energy than any other country. Energy developments in China therefore have a big impact on global energy markets, as well as on the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere. The EU and China are jointly responsible for one third of the world's final energy consumption.

What is the EU-China Energy Cooperation Platform?

The EU-China energy cooperation platform is a practical tool that supports the energy dialogue and delivers on the specific objectives of EU-China bilateral energy cooperation. The EU Partnership Instrument, designed to advance the EU’s strategic interests and tackle global challenges, funds the platform.