Europe
Volvo Cars’ July sales rise 6%, driven by EVs in Europe
Sales of electric and hybrid models push Volvo figures higher than last year.
Morrisons increases store freezer temperature to cut carbon emissions
UK chain Morrisons joins 'Move To Minus 15' campaign in trial of higher temperatures for freezers across 10 stores.
‘Achievable by 2030’: A roadmap to affordable clean energy for the UK
A report by E3G outlines a path for the UK to achieve low-cost, clean energy by 2030, reducing reliance on volatile gas prices...
North Sea oil and gas producers say UK windfall tax is a ‘wrecking ball’
Drilling companies say to expect a sharp drop in revenue following increased UK windfall tax on oil and gas companies.
Rethinking ‘contracts for difference’ in renewable energy investments
How could contracts for difference be designed to boost renewable energy investment without creating an inefficient market?
Big truckmakers bet on hydrogen to extend combustion engine life
With electric batteries not up to the task of long-haul freight, hydrogen trucks offer a chance for low-emission deliveries.
China woes hit BMW as profit margin falls
Earnings fall in BMW Q2 results as Chinese sales slump, but strong demand for EVs could be a positive sign for the future.
Shell beats forecasts with $6.3 billion second quarter profit
Shell reported Q2 profit of $6.3bn, a drop of 19% from the previous three months, as refining margins and oil and gas trading...
Uber, BYD partner to bring EVs to ride-hailing platform globally
Uber and BYD announced a multi-year partnership on Wednesday aimed at bringing 100,000 new EVs to the ride-hailing platform
Net zero transition needs significant investment to avoid failure, report warns
Scotland’s route to net zero must include significant investment to avoid failure, a report has warned. The investment report by the Just Transition...
