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Holcim draws climate criticism ahead of $30 billion US spinoff
Holcim cement emissions under fire from non-profit group after investment in low-carbon start-up.
When transmission lines fell, 16 electric vehicles fed power into the grid. It showed electric vehicles can provide the backup Australia needs
Electric vehicles can stabilize the grid by discharging power, but smarter charging is needed to avoid straining it.
Baker Hughes sees lower North America activity; bets on foreign demand
Baker Hughes cut its North American spending outlook but raised full-year revenue estimates, betting on strong international growth and gas equipment demand.
Brazil judge blocks paving of highway through heart of Amazon rainforest
The judge halted the BR-319 highway paving in the Amazon, citing deforestation fears, overturning Bolsonaro’s plan.
Nippon Steel fight points to industry’s uncertain future in Pennsylvania
US Steel's deal with Nippon Steel has proved controversial.
From construction to crude oil, how do U.S. industries deal with extreme heat?
Extreme heat has companies in the United States changing the way they work. One frequent response: work less. Here is how heat affects...
Nippon Steel executive saw positive reaction from U.S. Steel workers
Nippon Steel VC Takahiro Mori met with US Steel's employees and community leaders to discuss its proposed acquisition of the US company
John Kemp column: US manufacturers in halting recovery but diesel use tepid
Column by John Kemp: U.S. manufacturers are gradually emerging from a prolonged but shallow slowdown over the last two years, but progress has...
Climate change to have long-term economic impact: San Francisco Fed paper
An increase in the number of hot days as climate change warms the globe would likely damage the U.S. economy over the long-term,...
Analysis: Monthly drop hints that China’s CO2 emissions may have peaked in 2023
Analysis: A 2023 peak in China’s CO2 emissions is possible if the buildout of clean energy sources is kept at the record levels...
