Focus on Govt of USA
US extends semiconductor tax breaks to some solar factories
The U.S. extends a tax break to solar wafer makers, aiming to boost domestic production and reduce reliance on China.
US working ‘as fast as we can’ to finalize EV conversion grants: official
The U.S. Energy Department is quickly finalizing $1.7B in grants to help GM and Stellantis convert plants for EV production.
FAA set to finalize pilot training, certification rules for air taxis
The FAA finalizes training rules for air taxi pilots, clearing a key hurdle for deploying electric vertical takeoff aircraft.
US grants $428 million to clean energy projects in communities that relied on coal
Many of the projects are in states that have leaned Republican in recent elections or are battleground states.
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.
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.
Regulating safety for carbon removal, capture and sequestration projects in the US
U.S. lawmakers are advancing regulations for carbon capture and removal technologies, prioritizing safety and environmental protections.
Global coral bleaching event biggest on record: US agency
A global episode of heat-related coral bleaching has grown to the largest on record, US authorities said Friday, sparking worry for the health...
