Europe
G7 to discuss global trade risks after US tariffs on China
Italian economy minister says US tariffs against China will be discussed next week at G7 meeting.
Tesla strike in Sweden heats up as nation’s largest union joins fray
Tesla strike in Sweden boosted as white-collar union adds its support to metal workers who have downed tools at Elon Musk's company.
Stellantis, Leapmotor to sell budget EVs in Europe
Joint venture will begin selling affordable Chinese Leapmotor cars in Europe from September, says CEO.
EU finalises investment fund labels to combat greenwashing
ESMA greenwashing crackdown rules will mean investment funds with sustainability-related names must have 80% of assets meet ESG objectives.
Anglo American to split group after rejecting BHP bid
After rejected improved offer from BHP, mining giant Anglo American to split and sell off parts of business to focus on critical minerals.
Research finds AI slashes carbon capture and storage design time
British scientists demonstrate how new technology can cut development time in carbon capture AI study.
Polish farmers begin hunger strike over EU Green Deal
Five Polish farmers have gone on hunger strike over European Union environmental regulations they say are driving them out of business.
Chinese firms exit Romania solar tender after EU probe
The EU wants to defend European industry against growing threats and has launched probes into Chinese firms over state subsidies
Banks ‘financed fossil fuels by £5.5tn since Paris Agreement’
The banks, which include UK giants like Barclays and HSBC, committed 705 billion dollars (£562 billion) in financing to fossil fuels in 2023
EU countries approve law to slash trucks’ CO2 emissions
EU countries gave final approval to a law to cut CO2 emissions from trucks, which will require most new vehicles to be emissions-free...
