Asia-Pacific
China to issue 70 national standards for carbon and energy in 2024
New standards for carbon footprints, energy efficiency, carbon capture and more to be unveiled in China.
China’s drivers fret as robotaxis pick up pace — and passengers
Self-driving technology remains experimental but China has moved aggressively to green-light trials.
Hottest oceans in 400 years endanger Great Barrier Reef, scientists say
Australia's Great Barrier Reef faces unprecedented threat as water temperatures reach their highest in 400 years, driven by climate change.
‘Critical turning point’ for coal poses risks for China’s state power firms: Ember report
China's state-owned enterprises are investing in low-carbon sources and helping push the country’s energy transition towards a “critical turning point” where coal power...
Australia’s lithium industry seen bearing brunt of supply cuts
Downturn in prices for EV battery material sends Australian lithium industry reeling with more producers reviewing operations.
China July copper imports decline on weak demand; Jan-July up
Chinese copper imports down as consumption slows and high domestic production increases stocks.
Honda Q1 profit jumps 23%, helped by hybrid vehicle sales
Weak yen and growing hybrid sales in the US see Honda profits grow to $3.3bn in April-June period.
Hyundai to invest $28 million in Thailand for EV assembly, batteries
New Hyundai Thailand factory will assemble EVs and batteries as the South Korean carmaker joins Chinese companies in using country as a base...
Tesla to fix 1.7 million vehicles in China, says market regulator
Remote Tesla recall in China will see nearly 2m vehicles receive software update to fix issue with front trunk lid.
Joby Aviation applies for aircraft certification in Australia
Air taxi company Joby hopes to use US-Australia co-operation on aviation approvals to begin certification for use.
