China leads the world’s lithium-ion battery production, especially in electric vehicles, since 2001. Despite its successes, it faces challenges of overproduction and price drops. China strengthens its supply chain for national security and self-sufficiency. Europe considers whether to directly compete with China in future battery technologies.
Europe is experiencing a green technological rebirth, seeking opportunities and avoiding dependence on China. China, with its ambition to become an electric powerhouse, serves as an example and warning for the EU. The EU has solid capabilities in clean technologies and potential to lead in clean energy in the short term.
Five proposals are presented to improve the efficiency of government spending on transportation in the United States. The cost of transit projects is three times higher than the global average, and has increased drastically since the 1960s. The proposals include reforming environmental laws, establishing a Regulation-Exempt Priority List, facilitating the privatization of airports, reducing bus costs, and improving the freight experience.
