Is the EU going green—or just getting strategic? In this fiery episode, Irina Patrahau (Strategic Analyst & Chair, Energy Security & Critical Minerals, HCSS) and Erlend Ek (Research Strategy & Energy Lead, China Policy) break down Europe’s latest climate moves, China’s clapbacks, and why the race for lithium and rare earths is heating up fast.

We’re talking:⚡️ CRMA vs China’s mineral grip
🌍 CBAM—climate tool or trade weapon?
🚗 Trade wars, EV slowdowns & green protectionism
🤝 Can climate cooperation survive the geopolitics?

Big questions, bold takes, and a global tug-of-war over the green future— Is seen as a "Burden" or an "Opportunity". Tune in for a ride through policy, power, and planetary priorities.

This episode was hosted by Shristi More