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Taiwan firm halts plan for $1B battery plant in B.C. that had federal support
A $1B lithium-ion battery plant in Maple Ridge, B.C., has been shelved as Taiwan Cement Corp. focuses on local production.
Pope Francis receives electric popemobile from Mercedes
Mercedes-Benz delivered an electric popemobile to the Vatican on Wednesday for use by the pontiff, who has repeatedly called for global action on...
Nova Scotia, still dependent on fossil fuels, drops in rankings for energy efficiency
A national study says Nova Scotia's leadership position in energy efficiency has been overtaken by other provinces, including its closest neighbours.
EVgo and GM Surpass 2,000 Public Fast Charging Stalls in the U.S.
Together, the companies doubled their fast-charging footprint over the last year, expanding nationwide access to public fast charging December 4 2024 08:00 AM...
GM to take more than $5 billion in charges on China operations
GM's China division, once profitable, now loses money as local rivals, boosted by subsidies, outpace U.S. and European carmakers.
Volkswagen recalls more than 4,600 vehicles in US over battery overheating concerns
The recall affects plug-in hybrids and is due to concerns over overheating high-voltage batteries, raising fire risks.
Northvolt seeks to sell electric industrial battery business by year-end
If Northvolt fails to find a buyer, the firm will have to close due to financial constraints by the end of the year.
Countries have been overlooking their biggest climate allies: local and regional governments
Cities generate over 70 per cent of global emissions, but multilevel partnerships can unlock their vast potential for climate action.
Thailand to extend production timeframe for battery EVs, investment board says
Thailand extends BEV production and boosts hybrid EV incentives to support South East Asia's auto hub.
Vietnam pushes electric motorbikes as pollution becomes ‘unbearable’
In polluted Hanoi, Gen Z riders embrace e-bikes to fight smog, but challenges like charging and habits slow broader adoption.
