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US Supreme Court may limit federal environmental reviews, lessening scrutiny of projects’ climate impacts

Should bureaucrats be required to think through the extended effects of decisions like approving an offshore wind farm?

Volkswagen and unions have been locked in bitter talks since the company said in September it was considering closing factories in Germany for the first time in its history (AFP)
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German VW workers kick off second round of strikes

Volkswagen workers strike for 4 hours, opposing plans to close 3 German plants. Talks with unions stall as savings proposals clash.

A BYD YangWang U8 is displayed on media day at the 2024 Paris Auto Show in Paris, France, October 14, 2024. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier/File Photo
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BYD on track to top 2024 sales goal and outsell Ford, Honda

BYD gains market share in China's fast-growing auto market, poised to exceed 4M annual sales, surpassing Ford and Honda in 2024.

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Jet zero? Why net zero in aviation can’t get off the ground

Jet zero councils strive for aviation sustainability but risk failure due to incremental goals, industry bias, and limited innovation.

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Collaboration on steel and cement emissions standards is crucial for global markets

For industry, interoperable standards can provide a common language to facilitate global markets and help accelerate the energy transition.

FILE PHOTO: The production line of VinFast's factory is pictured in Hai Phong City, Vietnam, April 22, 2021. Picture taken April 22, 2021. REUTERS/Thanh Hue/File Photo
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EV maker VinFast to build second production plant in Vietnam

VinFast said the new facility is expected to produce 300,000 units annually in its initial phase.

Solar panels pictured at the Michichi Solar project near Drumheller, Alta., Tuesday, July 11, 2023.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
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Alberta releases new rules and no-go zones on wind and solar projects

Alberta has released new wind and solar development rules it says are needed to protect the environment, food security and the province's scenery.

FILE PHOTO: A street sign for Wall Street is seen in the financial district in New York, U.S., November 8, 2021.  REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo
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Oilfield services provider Flowco shows revenue surge in US IPO filing

Flowco Holdings has filed for a U.S. IPO, targeting a potential $2 billion valuation and listing on the NYSE under the ticker 'FLOC.'

FILE - Pump jacks work in a field near Lovington, N.M., April 24, 2015. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
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New Mexico seeks record $47.8M fine for excess air pollution by natural gas processor

New Mexico fines Targa Resources $47.8M for alleged air pollution, issuing cease order at gas plant near Texas border.

FILE PHOTO: The logo of Stellantis is seen outside a company building in Chartres-de-Bretagne near Rennes, France, March 11, 2024. REUTERS/Stephane Mahe/File Photo
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Stellantis to rejoin ACEA auto manufacturers association, signaling potential shift in electrification plans

Stellantis plans to rejoin auto lobby ACEA, signaling a potential shift in electrification strategy after former CEO Tavares' exit.

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