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US agency review says Nevada lithium mine can co-exist with endangered flower
U.S. completes review of Nevada lithium mine, says project will supply critical EV minerals while protecting wildflower.
GM’s Cruise to begin testing autonomous vehicles in California
GM's self-driving unit Cruise will begin supervised testing with up to five autonomous vehicles in fall this year in California's Bay Area.
World Bank boosts climate financing by 10 per cent
The World Bank delivers a record $42.6 billion in climate financing for 2024, nearing its 45 per cent adaptation target under Ajay Banga.
Govt not ‘sleepwalking’ over Grangemouth refinery: UK’s Starmer
Prime Minister Starmer denies his government is "sleepwalking" into "industrial devastation" amid the announced closure of Grangemouth.
Canada may reach 2030 emissions goal without unpopular carbon tax
Liberals' carbon tax could be scrapped with no compromise of net zero 2030 goal if Canada leans harder on other policies, suggests think...
Singapore’s GenZero to work with Rwanda on carbon offset projects
State-backed investment firm will see Singapore collaborate with Rwanda on offsetting projects to generate carbon credits.
Quebec won’t fund graphite mine project tied to Pentagon; locals claim ‘victory’
Provincial government rejects company's proposal for graphite mine after residents raise concerns over 'social acceptability' of the mineral's usage.
Pressure still on oilsands sector despite silence after greenwashing law: think tank
Proposed Pathways Alliance carbon capture project should still go ahead, say researchers, after company keeps quiet since imposition of Competition Act.
Russian attacks on Ukraine power grid probably violate humanitarian law, says UN
Monitoring unit reports that campaign against Ukrainian energy infrastructure breach foundational principles of international law.
