Focus on Regulations
Payment problems stifle Russian imports of Chinese cars
Moscow and Beijing use smaller banks to avoid delays, but smaller importers face bounced payments, impacting both countries' trade.
US tightens steel, aluminum import rules to curb China tariff evasion
The US has unveiled stricter rules on steel and aluminum imports from Mexico, moving to prevent China-origin goods from avoiding tariffs.
Key climate rules issued with Supreme Court decision in mind, Podesta says
Chevron ruling fallout was anticipated when drafting Clean Air Act and other climate regulations, says Biden official.
Ohio joins California climate plan opponents in US Supreme Court plea
The plan's opponents have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn waivers enabling California's stricter vehicle emissions limits, challenging the state's unique authority...
Chile to analyze 81 private lithium proposals, eyeing four projects by 2026
Chile expects to put the country on track to surpass a goal of launching four new projects by the end of 2026.
Spain sets rules to install floating solar plants
In Spain, solar power gets a governmental boost with rules for floating photovoltaic plants established as developers' interest grows.
Canadian critical mineral shares fall after tighter M&A criteria
Capstone Copper, Hudbay Minerals, Teck Resources, First Quantum Minerals, Ivanhoe Mines, and Cameco Corp were among the top losers.
UK ends onshore wind ban in move hailed by industry and campaigners
UK onshore wind freed from planning regulations that had put a stop to developments despite public support for projects.
‘Think of climate policy as economic policy,’ says Pembina Institute scorecard on Canada’s climate progress
Pembina Institute: "One thing is clear: a lack of planning, or a lack of action, will not stop the effects of climate change...
Talen asks US regulators to reject challenge to Amazon data center deal
The deal is being opposed by a group of electric utilities that say the agreement could raise power bills for the general public.
