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CEO of French-Italian computer chip maker STMicroelectronics Jean-Marc Chery, CEO of German computer chip maker Infineon Jochen Hanebeck, CEO of Dutch computer chip maker NXP Kurt Sievers and Executive Director for Industrial Production of Jaguar Land Rover Barbara Bergmeier attend a panel at the Electronica & SEMICON Europa conference, in Munich, Germany November 11, 2024. REUTERS/Toby Sterling
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CEOs of European chip makers concerned about nationalist industrial policies

The CEOs of Europe’s top chipmakers warn that nationalist semiconductor policies in the U.S., China, and Europe hinder global business.

Carbon credits are generated by activities that reduce or avoid planet-heating greenhouse gas emissions, like planting trees or replacing polluting coal with clean-energy alternatives (AFP)
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Nations approve new UN rules on carbon markets at COP29

COP29 approved UN standards for carbon markets, a pivotal step toward enabling countries to trade credits to meet climate goals.

The inquiry will initially examine 47 models produced by 20 brands (Alamy/PA)
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UK govt investigating dozens of vehicle models over diesel emissions concerns

The UK government is investigating 47 diesel vehicle models over possible emissions cheating, a probe that could expand and lead to recalls if...

FILE PHOTO: A general view of molten copper at Anglo American's smelter in Chagres, Chile, obtained by Reuters on April 26, 2024. Anglo American/Handout via REUTERS/File Photo
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Opinion: Copper views Trump win through Chinese lens

Trump's 2024 U.S. election win hasn’t reignited copper prices, unlike his 2016 victory, as market focus shifts to China's economy.

The logo of Codelco, the world's largest copper producer, is seen at their headquarters in downtown Santiago, Chile March 29, 2018. REUTERS/Ivan Alvarado/File Photo
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Chilean regulator charges Codelco smelter with emissions violation

Chile’s environmental regulator has filed a "serious" charge against Codelco's Potrerillos smelter over emissions violations.

FILE PHOTO: The logo for Goldman Sachs is seen on the trading floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City.
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Hedge funds pile into banks, dump green energy post US election, Goldman Sachs says

Hedge funds bought bank stocks and bet against renewable energy after Trump's election win, Goldman Sachs notes.

The Tesla logo is seen on a car in Los Angeles, California, U.S.
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Tesla stock extends rally as Musk-Trump alliance fuels gains

Tesla shares soar 7% on premarket gains, fueled by Musk's backing of Trump and hopes for policy benefits.

A Hydro-Québec truck is seen in Montreal, Sept.1, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Musch
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Quebec First Nation says government, Hydro-Québec left it out of wind projects

Huron-Wendat Nation alleges Quebec, Hydro-Québec ignored duty to consult on wind projects; Wolastoqiyik Wahsipekuk disputes.

Pedestrians walk past the Bank of Japan building in Tokyo, Japan March 18, 2024. REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon/File Photo
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BOJ hopes to keep 2% inflation target while monitoring climate shock risks

The Bank of Japan aims to maintain its 2% inflation target despite potential long-term price shocks from climate change.

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