Focus on Economy
Global plan for early ditch of coal power hits Indonesia hurdle
A G7-backed plan to close coal plants in emerging markets faces delays, with Indonesia's Cirebon-1 deal still unresolved.
High costs, slowing China: Volkswagen’s perilous road ahead
Volkswagen faces high costs, China competition, and a troubled EV transition, as tense pay talks with unions begin.
Quebec opposition calls for transparency amid Northvolt layoffs, $7 billion battery plant investment
Opposition parties demand answers about Quebec's investment in the planned Northvolt battery factory near Montreal.
Ottawa’s proposed oil and gas cap could lead to revenue losses of $43 billion, slash 34,000 jobs: report
The report says a proposed federal emissions cap and methane regulations would cause severe economic damage.
Trump says he will put 100 per cent tariffs on every car coming across Mexico border
"We will put a 100% tariff on every single car coming across the Mexican border," Trump said in a speech in Georgia.
OPEC rolls out global oil outlook to 2050, sees no peak demand
OPEC is citing growth led by India, Africa and the Middle East and a slower shift to electric vehicles and cleaner fuels.
GB Energy announcement welcomed as Starmer urged to ‘accelerate’ action
The announcement of GB Energy being based in Aberdeen has been welcomed, as ministers were urged to “accelerate” the creation of the agency....
Financial incentives alone are not enough to get more heat pumps in Canadian homes
Heat pumps: Skepticism and a lack of awareness keep people from using the incentives. Targeted campaigns are needed along with training for HVAC...
Spain increases green hydrogen goal, sets 12 GW capacity by 2030
Spain raises its 2030 green hydrogen target to 12 GW, boosting its energy and climate ambitions for renewable growth.
GM, Ford would need to halt Chinese vehicles exports for US under rule: official
A proposed rule may force GM and Ford to stop exporting vehicles from China to the U.S., impacting production plans.
