USA
Agency approves expanding Okefenokee wildlife refuge, setting up possible buyout of mining project
Federal agency approves 22,000-acre expansion of Okefenokee Swamp refuge, potentially blocking controversial mining project.
US winter storms could cause power outages, cut natgas supplies
Freezing weather may cause power outages and peak natural gas demand, with supply drops expected due to freeze-offs.
Biden administration issues permit for Perpetua’s Idaho antimony and gold mine
Biden administration grants final mining permit for Perpetua Resources' Idaho project, reducing U.S. reliance on China for antimony.
Finalized tax credit for cleaner hydrogen gets a cautious OK from some environmental groups
Biden's new tax credit for cleaner hydrogen production aims to cut emissions but raises concerns over potential loopholes.
GM posts 4.3% rise in 2024 US sales
The Detroit automaker posted sales of about 2.7 million units in 2024, compared with the 2.59 million units it sold a year ago.
Toyota posts 3.7% rise in 2024 US sales
Toyota Motor North America reported a 3.7 per cent rise in annual U.S. auto sales on Friday, benefiting from higher demand for its...
Ford’s US sales rise 4.2% in 2024
The automaker posted total annual sales of 2,078,832 units, compared with the 1,995,912 units it sold a year ago.
EV maker Rivian beats expectations for deliveries as supply snag eases
Shares of the California-based company rose nearly 6% in premarket trading. The stock lost more than 40% of its value in 2024.
Threat of tariffs will loom large amid auto, tech glitz at CES
Consumer Electronics Show is used to debut products ranging from new automotive technology to quirky gadgets.
U.S. LNG exports soar in December, lifting full-year growth by 4.5%
U.S. LNG exports hit near-record 8.5 MT in December, boosting 2024 shipments 4.5 per cent amid new plant startups, LSEG reports.
