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Shale gas development better climate plan than carbon pricing: New Brunswick premier
OTTAWA — New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs says his province’s alternative to the federal carbon price will be to ship liquid natural gas...
Federal EV charge points are key to climate agenda, yet are only in 4 states
LONDON, Ohio (AP) — Within 24 hours of buying his red Ford Mustang Mach-E, Liam Sawyer set off on a camping trip. Sawyer,...
Renewable electricity capacity grew 10% in 2023 but energy generation slipped
Scotland’s capacity for renewable electricity generation grew by 10% in 2023, driven by onshore and offshore wind. However the amount generated fell by...
China commerce minister to head to Europe to make EV case
PARIS/SHANGHAI (Reuters) – China’s commerce minister will travel to Europe in April for discussions about the European Commission’s investigation into whether China’s electric...
Court date set for company that donated to Welsh First Minister
A company that donated thousands of pounds to the new First Minister of Wales’ election campaign is set to go to court after...
Chinese official says green tech is key as nation seeks to spur economy
Leaders at the Boao Forum for Asia have confirmed China's commitment to reforming its manufacturing-based economy by exploiting green technologies, in a bid...
US East Coast states receive proposals for offshore wind projects
BOSTON — Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut received proposals Wednesday for offshore wind projects as the three East Coast states hope to boost...
U.S. Interior Department rule aims to crack down on methane leaks from oil, gas drilling on public lands
The United States has a new rule aimed at curbing methane leaks from oil and gas drilling on federal and tribal lands.
New York set to be first American city with congestion toll for driving into downtown
New York is on track to become the first U.S. city with congestion tolls on drivers entering its downtown, with a new $15...
