China-europe policy on energy storage

How does the EU support China in the energy sector?

To facilitate its efforts, China embraces foreign aid. In recognition of China’s energy needs, the EU has been cooperating with the nation in the energy sector by “providing assistance to China in line with European development strategy” (EU–China Clean Energy Centre 2015: 18).

What is policy interdependence between the EU and China?

Policy interdependence between the EU and China in the field of renewable energy. Renewable energy a determinant of bilateral relations between the EU and China. Policy interdependence via multiple channels. Varying dynamics across climate, energy, industry, trade and investment policy.

What is the difference between China and EU energy policy?

In the EU, there has been a preference for regulatory and market-based solutions whereas in China state intervention and administrative driven targets remain central feature of the energy policy system ( Goron and Freeman, 2017).

Can Europe help China tackle energy challenges?

To assist China in tackling energy challenges, the EU declared, with a similar tone to its 1998 policy paper on China, that “Europe should offer its environmental and energy know-how to China to help develop efficient and clean industrial processes and energy production” (EC 2002: 28).

Does the EU have a 'limited' energy relationship with China?

The “limited” gains in the EU’s energy relationship with China are demonstrated in terms of both investment and trade, which display highly unbalanced images. On investment, although China’s investment in the EU’s energy sector has soared in recent years, European companies’ investment in China’s energy sector has remained almost zero.

Can the EU and China strengthen their cooperation in energy policy?

In view of the structure of the found policy interdependence, and the fact that there is no formal policy regime in place, it appears possible that the EU and China can strengthen their cooperation in the field of energy policy - despite occasional disruption in neighbouring policy areas and a trend towards a more asymmetrical relationship.