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More than 70 robot teams completed a full 21-kilometer test run in Beijing, preparing for China's second annual humanoid half-marathon. The event has exploded in popularity, with participation jumping nearly fivefold since last year's inaugural race.
China just started building a 1.5 GW solar facility that will generate clean power around the clock, day and night. The $952 million project combines two cutting-edge technologies to deliver renewable energy whenever the grid needs it most.
A groundbreaking energy storage facility in China's Shandong Province can power 200,000 homes using compressed air technology. The project marks a major step in the country's transition to renewable energy and grid stability. ##
Shenzhen turned food banks digital with vending machine-style cabinets that let vulnerable residents pick up free groceries anonymously using just their phones. The city's high-tech solution has distributed nearly 500,000 donated items across 22 locations, transforming food waste into dignified support for those in need.
Chinese scientists just released an AI system that tracks carbon emissions across global supply chains, helping companies cut costs while fighting climate change. The breakthrough could reshape how the world measures environmental impact.
Scientists in China just solved a 40-year puzzle in battery technology, creating lithium-metal batteries that could triple electric vehicle range and keep drones flying three times longer. The breakthrough could transform everything from Antarctic research stations to space missions.
Abandoned salt mines in China are becoming giant underground batteries that store enough renewable energy to power 200,000 homes. The breakthrough technology is helping the country lead the global clean energy transition while sharing affordable solutions with the world.
A Chinese battery maker just released sodium-ion cells that can drop right into existing systems, making clean energy storage cheaper and easier to scale. The breakthrough could help more communities store renewable power without expensive overhauls.
Unitree Robotics stole the show at Beijing's latest AI and robotics expo with dancing robots that had tech enthusiasts buzzing. The performance showcased how far consumer robotics has come in making advanced technology feel fun and accessible.
Imagine watching bioluminescent creatures glow in the darkness 3,280 feet below the ocean surface. Chinese engineers say they'll have affordable tourist submarines reaching these alien depths within four years.
A groundbreaking energy storage plant in China is using molten salt to capture and store massive amounts of clean power, solving one of renewable energy's biggest challenges. The system can bank enough heat to power thousands of homes, even when the sun isn't shining.
A Chinese automaker just completed a breakthrough battery that charges electric vehicles in 11 minutes and works in extreme cold. Sodium-ion technology could make EVs cheaper and more reliable for millions of drivers worldwide.
Chinese automaker BYD is giving new electric vehicle buyers 18 months of free ultra-fast charging that takes just five minutes. The offer comes as gas prices surge globally, making electric vehicles more appealing than ever.
While the world chases expensive electric cars, small electric vehicles costing just $1,100 are quietly revolutionizing clean transport in China. These compact cars save a ton of carbon yearly while serving older adults, rural families, and people who can't afford traditional EVs.
Scientists in China discovered a fungus that eliminates weeds without chemicals, pollution, or harm to crops. The breakthrough could transform farming into a safer, greener practice worldwide.
China has launched its first university entirely dedicated to barbecue, offering degrees, professional certifications, and direct pathways to restaurant jobs. The school is part of a nationwide push to create skilled career options beyond traditional academic routes.
For the first time ever, a brain implant has been approved for widespread use outside clinical trials, giving hope to thousands living with paralysis. China's approval of the NEO device marks a breakthrough moment for people with severe spinal cord injuries who previously had no treatment options.
A brain-computer interface device just won approval in China to help people with spinal cord injuries use their hands again. Clinical trials showed all 36 participants regained the ability to grasp objects after years of paralysis.
Volkswagen just rolled out its first electric SUV built entirely in China, proving that international partnerships can accelerate clean transportation. The ID.UNYX 08 went from concept to production in just two years.
Scientists in China just shattered a barrier experts thought silicon solar panels couldn't break, reaching 27.81% efficiency and proving clean energy technology still has room to soar. The breakthrough brings affordable solar cells within inches of their absolute physical limit.
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