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Biden issues major coastal protection before Trump handover
Biden bans new offshore drilling in most U.S. coastal waters, aiming to safeguard coasts before Trump's presidency.
Lucid beats estimates for EV deliveries as price cuts, cheaper financing spur demand
Lucid tops Q4 delivery estimates, raises production, fueling a six per cent share jump for the Saudi-backed luxury EV maker.
Trump denies report that his team is eyeing pared-back tariffs
Energy production, including batteries, rare earth minerals, and solar panels, will make up one of several focus sectors.
U.S. Steel, Nippon sue Biden administration over decision to block merger
Nippon Steel sues Biden, alleging constitutional violations in $14.9B U.S. Steel deal block over national security claims.
Chile’s Codelco copper output up ‘slightly’ in 2024, Chairman tells paper
Codelco is expected to have binding offers for its Maricunga lithium project in the first quarter of 2025.
US taking steps to clear hurdles for civil nuclear partnership with Indian firms
Washington and New Delhi have discussed U.S. nuclear reactor supply to energy-hungry India since the mid-2000s.
Over 335,000 US customers without power after winter storm
Cold weather across some regions is expected to increase electrical demand and could reduce reserves.
Biden to ban offshore oil, gas drilling in vast areas ahead of Trump term
U.S. President Biden will ban new oil and gas projects on most U.S. coasts, a move Trump may struggle to reverse.
Coal use persists: Asian growth offsets declines in EU and US
Despite developed nations phasing out coal, global demand is hitting record levels driven by China and India's growth.
Analysis: Exodus by Wall Street banks from climate group worries advocates
U.S. banks exit climate coalition NZBA amid political pressure, raising concerns over their commitment to reducing fossil fuel financing.
