Technologies
Solar farms are booming in the US and putting thousands of hungry sheep to work
The booming solar industry has found an unlikely mascot in sheep as large-scale solar farms crop up across the U.S.
Trump USDOT nominee says Tesla safety probe will continue
Trump's DOT nominee pledges to let NHTSA probe Tesla's driver-assist tech after crashes, despite Musk ties to Trump.
EV startup Canoo files for bankruptcy, to cease operations
The EV startup has been facing rapid cash burn and a struggle to secure funding amid uncertain demand.
Chipmaker NXP gets 1 billion euro loan from EIB for European projects
NXP secures €1B EIB loan for R&D in five EU countries, focusing on semiconductors, energy efficiency, and critical technologies.
GM signs supply deal with Vianode for synthetic graphite for EV batteries
The deal will run from 2027 when Vianode launches production at a plant in North America, through to 2033.
Trump’s energy department pick calls for more LNG and nuclear power
Trump's Energy Department pick, Chris Wright, prioritizes expanding U.S. energy production.
China reports problems at five reservoirs in Tibet after earthquake
Earthquakes have damaged dams in the past, particularly by setting off landslides and rockfalls.
Sizewell C nuclear plant costs ‘could double to nearly £40bn’
Nuclear plants are becoming vital for electricity in Britain as the government aims to decarbonize the grid by 2030.
US to ban smart cars containing Chinese tech
The restriction also bans the import of the hardware and software if they are linked to Beijing or Moscow.
TSMC begins producing 4-nanometer chips in Arizona, Raimondo says
TSMC begins producing advanced 4nm chips in Arizona for US customers, marking a historic semiconductor milestone.
Did Quebec get a better deal? Hydro-Québec comments spook critics in Newfoundland
Canada's easternmost province may have signed another unfavourable energy deal, warns a former Newfoundland and Labrador premier.
Trump’s anti-wind policy hits European companies
European wind shares fell on Tuesday after U.S. President Donald Trump axed support for new offshore wind power on his first day in...
Indonesia launches international carbon exchange
Indonesia launches a carbon exchange for global buyers, seeking funds to achieve ambitious climate goals.
Solar farms are booming in the US and putting thousands of hungry sheep to work
The booming solar industry has found an unlikely mascot in sheep as large-scale solar farms crop up across the U.S.
A battery plant fire in California started during a boom for energy storage
A major California battery plant fire burned thousands of lithium batteries, a growing renewable energy source.
Portugal keen to create offshore wind cluster, could reach 10 gigawatts
Portugal advances offshore wind plans with a 10 GW goal, approving four ocean zones for upcoming renewable energy auctions.
UK govt rejects ‘Sunshine Bill’ plan for solar panels on new homes
The UK government declined backing for the "Sunshine Bill," aiming to mandate solar panels on new homes, citing housing supply concerns.
Volkswagen looks forward to working with U.S. gov’t amid tariff concerns, spokesperson says
By Victoria Waldersee and Christina Amann BERLIN (Reuters) -Volkswagen on Tuesday warned against the “harmful economic impact” of tariffs that U.S. President Donald...
EV sales slip in Europe in 2024 in overall stable car market
Sales of electric cars slid last year in Europe in an otherwise stable market, data from carmakers showed Tuesday. A total of 1.99...
US upgrades probe into 129,000 Ford vehicles over hands-free tech
The regulator said it is upgrading the probe to an engineering analysis, covering vehicles between the 2021-2024 model years.
EV startup Canoo files for bankruptcy, to cease operations
The EV startup has been facing rapid cash burn and a struggle to secure funding amid uncertain demand.
A battery plant fire in California started during a boom for energy storage
A major California battery plant fire burned thousands of lithium batteries, a growing renewable energy source.
Exclusive: Warren Buffett’s Pilot Co shuts oil trading business, sources say
By Shariq Khan and Georgina McCartney NEW YORK/HOUSTON (Reuters) – Warren Buffett’s Pilot Co is shuttering its international oil trading business, ending an...
B.C. First Nations leader reverses stance on pipeline as Trump tariff threat looms
VANCOUVER — The president of the Union of BC Indian Chiefs is reversing his previous opposition to the scrapped Northern Gateway pipeline project...
Portugal to import more US, Nigerian LNG, aims to end Russian supply
LISBON (Reuters) – Portugal plans to increase purchases of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the United States and Nigeria as it aims to...
Exclusive: Aramco chief tells Davos he expects additional oil demand of 1.3 million bpd this year
By Marwa Rashad DAVOS, Switzerland (Reuters) -Saudi oil giant Aramco’s Chief Executive Amin Nasser said on Tuesday he sees the oil market as...
US crude futures down $1 a barrel on Trump plan to boost fossil fuel output
U.S. crude futures for March delivery fell by $1.06 to $76.33 a barrel by 2315 GMT on Monday.
LA public utility’s wildfire liability hinges on equipment’s role, Moody’s says
Moody's says LADWP's liability for the Palisades Fire hinges on equipment involvement; damage to assets deemed manageable.
Colonial Pipeline restarts main gasoline artery after fixing leak in Georgia
Colonial Pipeline restarts Line 1 after Georgia leak, restoring gasoline supply to East Coast markets with minimal disruptions.
State auditor questions utility SoCal Edison’s fire risk modeling
Fire officials have not found SCE to be responsible for the fires, but the company's infrastructure is being investigated.
US announces nearly $23 billion in loans to energy utilities across 12 states
The financing will come through the energy infrastructure reinvestment program at the department's Loan Programs Office.
China reports problems at five reservoirs in Tibet after earthquake
Earthquakes have damaged dams in the past, particularly by setting off landslides and rockfalls.
Glencore open to deals as investors brace for more mining M&A
Glencore said it is open to M&A transactions that create value for its shareholders, leveraging its position as a top three global copper...
India’s NMDC to extract diamonds worth $3.4 million from mine near tiger reserve
NMDC in India is expected to extract 6,500 carats of diamonds, worth $3.4 million, this fiscal year from ores in a mine near...
Copper market sees half chance of 10% US tariff by first quarter-end, Goldman says
The copper market is pricing in odds of about 50% that there will be a 10% U.S. tariff on the metal by the...
Republican-led states sue Biden administration over offshore drilling ban
Republican-led states sue over Biden's ban on new offshore oil and gas projects along most U.S. coastlines.
Biden boosts loan for ioneer’s Nevada lithium mine to nearly $1 billion
The U.S. DOE finalized a $996M loan for ioneer’s Rhyolite Ridge lithium project, boosting domestic EV battery material supply.
How to improve climate predictions? McGill researchers turn to 19th century letters
McGill researchers use 19th-century records to improve African climate models and refine global warming projections.
Farming tech is on display at CES as companies showcase their green innovations and initiatives
AI and autonomous farming tech unveiled at CES 2025 promise sustainability, climate resilience, and efficiency for farmers.
Deere boosts bet on autonomous tractors with new machines
Deere unveils autonomous tractors and industrial equipment at CES 2025, addressing labor shortages with advanced AI tech.
Birth of IVF calf hailed as ‘significant’ step in making UK dairy industry greener
The calf, named Hilda, is part the Dumfries-based Langhill Herd, which has been a source of data for the UK dairy industry for...
Dry weather threatens Ivory Coast cocoa crop, farmers say
Last week, no rain fell in most of Ivory Coast's cocoa regions, raising concerns over bean quality and supply.
Nepal’s top court bars infrastructure in protected areas
After decades of rampant logging, Nepal also nearly doubled its forest cover between 1992 and 2016.
Google signs deal to buy carbon removal credits from Indian farms
The deal - signed by Google and Indian supplier Varaha - is one of the biggest ever involving biochar.
US announces nearly $23 billion in loans to energy utilities across 12 states
The financing will come through the energy infrastructure reinvestment program at the department's Loan Programs Office.
Analysis: Codelco workers fear copper production push hard to maintain
The company is targeting annual production of 1.7 million metric tons by the end of the decade.
BP cuts over 5% of workforce to reduce costs
BP told staff that 3,000 contractor positions will also be cut.