Focus on Industry
Stellantis, China’s CATL to invest $4.33 billion in EV battery factory in Spain
Stellantis and CATL have set up a 50-50 joint venture for the project and expect to start production by the end of 2026.
India’s steel expansion could hinder net zero emission goal, GEM says
India's coal-driven steel expansion risks derailing its net-zero 2070 target, warns GEM, citing $187B in stranded assets.
Analysis: Lithium supply surplus set to stay with battery makers’ help
Global lithium oversupply persists as Chinese-backed mines defy weak prices, sustaining EV battery production but hurting profits.
Tesla aims to launch robotaxi with teleoperator backup, Deutsche Bank says
Tesla plans robotaxi service in 2024 with a company-owned fleet and human teleoperators, starting in California and Texas.
Stellantis’ former head of Ram returns to run the brand
Tim Kuniskis returns as Ram CEO to boost Stellantis amid falling sales and profits after Carlos Tavares' unexpected resignation.
Earth’s lands are drying out. Nations are trying to address it in talks this week
The U.N. estimates that between 2007 and 2017, droughts cost $125 billion worldwide.
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.
US clean energy, defense to be impacted by China export curbs
Beijing announced this week it would ban exports of gallium, germanium and antimony to the US, targeting materials used in climate tech.
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.
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.
