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As solar capacity grows, some of America’s most productive farmland is at risk
A renewable energy boom risks damaging some of America's richest soils in key farming states like Indiana, according to a Reuters analysis
Tesla job cuts: EV-maker to lay off 693 employees in Nevada, says notice
Tesla plans to lay off 693 employees at its facilities in Sparks, Nevada, the electric-vehicle maker said in its Worker Adjustment and Retraining...
U.S. names AI advisory board on security of energy, critical infrastructure
The board would help ensure the safe deployment of AI technology and how to address threats posed by this technology to vital services...
Most drivers will pay $15 to enter busiest part of Manhattan starting June 30
Supporters of New York's new toll say that in addition to raising money for buses and subways, congestion pricing will reduce pollution by...
Two senators want US to order Tesla to restrict Autopilot use
Two U.S. senators on Friday urged regulators to bar Tesla from allowing the use of driver assistance system Autopilot on roads where it...
Despite climate crisis, US Green Party struggling for traction
Climate change is a major issue on the US political agenda, yet the country's Green Party and its candidate Jill Stein are next to...
US oil giants’ profits dip as Exxon deal nears finish line
ExxonMobil CEO Darren Woods expressed confidence in closing the Pioneer transaction in Q2, describing "constructive" work with U.S. regulators reviewing the deal for...
Former exec Baglino sells Tesla shares worth $181.5 million, SEC filing shows
Former Tesla executive Drew Baglino has sold shares worth around $181.5 million in the world's top EV maker, according to a SEC filing...
Tesla’s plan for affordable cars takes page from Detroit rivals
SAN FRANCISCO/AUSTIN, Texas – Elon Musk’s new plan to use current product lines as the basis for new affordable vehicles — rather than...
As demand for US LNG booms, one plant struggles to stay online
By Curtis Williams HOUSTON – The second-largest U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility has been running below 80% of its capacity due...
