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GE Vernova says manufacturing problem behind wind turbine blade breaking off Nantucket Island
GE Vernova will reinspect 150 turbine blades after a manufacturing issue at a Canadian factory caused a blade to break and wash ashore...
GM’s Cruise looks to start charging for robotaxi rides next year: report
Cruise plans to resume fully autonomous rides by late 2024 and charge fares by 2025, despite regulatory scrutiny after a 2023 accident.
Musk to discuss $5 billion xAI investment with Tesla board
For the head of Tesla, xAI investment could help development of self-driving and robotaxi projects – after putting the issue to a social...
Valero plans to run refineries at 92% of combined capacity in Q3 2024
Valero Energy plans to run its refineries at up to 92% capacity in Q3 2024, with high operation rates on the Gulf Coast,...
Transforming America’s busiest ports: The shift to zero-emissions cargo handling
RMI: The shift to zero-emissions cargo handling equipment at ports is economically viable and technologically feasible, but more data is needed to guide...
Canadian and Indian solar firms join forces on US cell factory
Heliene and Premier Energies team up for US solar cell factory that can benefit from generous subsidies for American-made clean energy equipment.
Power company PG&E beats Q2 profit estimates on higher rates
California utility PG&E profits rise as company benefited from increased electricity rates, though wildfire costs affect earnings forecast.
GM co-leads $39 million funding for EV battery materials startup Addionics
Innovative electrodes could provide faster charging and financial savings for carmakers, as GM funds Addionics through venture capital arm.
Wind power can be a major source of tax revenue, but officials struggle to get communities on board
Wind farms have boosted local economies in rural Illinois, funding schools and emergency services, but face growing opposition and complex local tax structures.
