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U.S. data center power use could nearly triple by 2028, DOE-backed report says
By 2028, data-center annual energy use in the US could reach between 74 and 132 gigawatts, says the Berkeley Lab report.
Copper giant Peru foresees another production plateau in 2025
Peru is a global copper powerhouse, ranking third in production behind Chile and the DRC.
Lure of Anglo’s copper mines could test BHP’s spending resolve
Miners are shifting their focus to metals needed for the transition to cleaner energy — and copper is one of the most important.
Tesla’s 2024 deliveries growth might hinge on Musk’s unorthodox Cybertruck
After years of rapid growth, Tesla delivered a record 1.81 million vehicles in 2023.
Why Ohio companies are investing in hydrogen cars despite infrastructure issues
Hydrogen fuel cell cars could overcome some buyers’ reluctance to switch from gasoline-powered vehicles, but whether fueling infrastructure can deliver is iffy.
Learn from Canada’s world-leading battery energy storage production for transport
Other countries could learn from Canada's emerging leadership in energy storage technology for transportation: Foresight Canada
Ireland embraced data centers that the AI boom needs. Now they’re consuming too much of its energy
Dozens of data centers at the outskirts of Dublin are consuming more electricity than all of the urban homes in Ireland.
Ivory Coast wants bigger share of its mining boom
Huge deposits of natural resources — including oil, gas and gold — have pushed the country's economy in a new direction.
China’s getting a big electric car battery swapping boost in 2025. Would that work across the globe?
Battery swapping allows EV drivers to pull into a station on a low battery and receive a swapped battery within minutes.
Cyclone Chido leaves Mayotte reeling. Warmer oceans fueled it
Warmer water can make the resulting storms more powerful, with stronger winds, heavier rainfall and more destructive storm surges.
