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Hybrids top petrol power for first time in EU new car sales, ACEA says
Hybrids overtook petrol-powered vehicles in EU new car sales for the first time in September, industry data showed on Tuesday.
British grid operator to outline new energy infrastructure sites in long-term plan
The National Energy System Operator (NESO) will outline energy infrastructure locations in its strategic spatial energy plan.
Analysis: Solar surge will send coal power tumbling by 2030, IEA data reveals
Carbon Brief analysis of IEA data: Global electricity generation from solar will quadruple by 2030 and help to push coal power into reverse.
ASML expects growth in 2026, US-China row to continue, CEO says
ASML's CEO expects growth in 2026 despite U.S. export pressure on China, as 2025 faces slower sales outside of AI chips.
Steelmaker Nucor’s third-quarter profit dented by impairment charges
U.S. steelmakers are facing a sluggish pricing environment as distributors hold back on purchases beyond immediate inventory needs.
WisdomTree pays $4 million over SEC greenwashing charges
WisdomTree pays $4M to settle SEC charges over misstatements in ESG funds, which included fossil fuel and tobacco investments.
Cambodian solar firms no longer cooperating with US tariff probe
Two Cambodian solar firms exit U.S. trade probe, risking penalties in a case alleging underpriced solar panel imports.
US set to award Hemlock Semiconductor $325 million for polysilicon production
The U.S. is awarding $325M to Hemlock Semiconductor to boost polysilicon production, securing the chips supply chain.
Venezuela arrests ex-minister over allegations he handed over part of PDVSA to company controlled by U.S. intelligence
Venezuela's AG says Tellechea has been detained for handing over part of state oil firm PDVSA to a company controlled by U.S. intelligence.
Indian policy body calls for power plants to pause installing sulphur reducing gear
India's top policy think tank has proposed halting the installation of equipment to reduce sulphur emissions at coal plants, sparking debate over air...
