Focus on Politics
Lower housebuyers’ bills with solar panels on newbuild roofs, UK ministers urged
The 'Sunshine Bill,' a U.K. private member's bill would would bake into law a standard for newbuilds to come with solar panels on...
China’s Nio says new Firefly EV to go on sale in Europe in H1 2025
William Li, Nio's CEO, told reporters in Guangzhou that the company will work with local partners on the sale and service of the...
Priorities may change, but energy efficiency remains a solution
With growing concerns about affordability, pursuing energy efficiency could offer relief — given the right policy framework.
Building with earth could transform sustainable construction – here’s how
Rammed earth construction, using excavated soil, offers a sustainable alternative to cement, but faces stigma and economic challenges.
Honda and Nissan consider mutual production of vehicles, Kyodo reports
A merger of Honda and Nissan would create the world's third-largest auto group by vehicle sales, behind Toyota and Volkswagen.
VW, union agree to cut 35,000 jobs in Germany, avert strikes
Volkswagen strikes deal with unions, avoiding mass strikes; plans 35,000 job cuts, cost reductions, and future investments.
Inter-American Court rules Colombia drilling violated native rights
The Inter-American Court ruled Colombia violated U'wa Indigenous rights by allowing resource projects on their ancestral lands, demanding remedies.
EPA head Regan, who championed environmental justice, to leave office Dec. 31
Michael Regan, who has led the EPA throughout Biden's four-year term, said Friday he will leave the agency Dec. 31.
California regulators vote to delay closure of gas storage facility, site of worst US methane leak
California regulators delay Aliso Canyon gas facility closure, sparking debate over energy needs and community safety.
Alberta announces future coal mining policy plan, industry consults
Alberta says it will ban new mountaintop removal mining and new open-pit mining on the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains.
