Trump's Energy Policy: A Complex Path Ahead
President-elect Trump's energy policy, despite his campaign promise to prioritize fossil fuels, faces challenges due to his appointees' mixed backgrounds in clean energy, the ongoing economic success of the oil industry under the Biden administration, and the growing need for electricity from source...
Trump's Energy Policy: A Complex Path Ahead
President-elect Trump's energy policy, despite his campaign promise to prioritize fossil fuels, faces challenges due to his appointees' mixed backgrounds in clean energy, the ongoing economic success of the oil industry under the Biden administration, and the growing need for electricity from source...
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EPA Approves California's Strict Vehicle Emission Standards
The EPA granted California waivers to implement stricter vehicle emission standards, including a 2035 ban on new gasoline-powered car sales, with interim targets starting in 2026, prompting potential legal challenges and influencing other states.
EPA Approves California's Strict Vehicle Emission Standards
The EPA granted California waivers to implement stricter vehicle emission standards, including a 2035 ban on new gasoline-powered car sales, with interim targets starting in 2026, prompting potential legal challenges and influencing other states.
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40% Bias Score
Virginia to Host World's First Grid-Scale Fusion Power Plant
Commonwealth Fusion Systems will invest billions to build the world's first grid-scale nuclear fusion power plant near Richmond, Virginia, aiming to generate 400 megawatts by the early 2030s, powering 150,000 homes, marking a new stage in commercializing fusion energy.
Virginia to Host World's First Grid-Scale Fusion Power Plant
Commonwealth Fusion Systems will invest billions to build the world's first grid-scale nuclear fusion power plant near Richmond, Virginia, aiming to generate 400 megawatts by the early 2030s, powering 150,000 homes, marking a new stage in commercializing fusion energy.
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Australia Subsidizes EV Loans to Boost Adoption
The Australian government announced a \$150 million plan to subsidize electric vehicle loans for essential workers and those earning under \$100,000, potentially saving buyers up to \$8000 and including used EVs, to boost low-emissions transport and address a key barrier to wider adoption.
Australia Subsidizes EV Loans to Boost Adoption
The Australian government announced a \$150 million plan to subsidize electric vehicle loans for essential workers and those earning under \$100,000, potentially saving buyers up to \$8000 and including used EVs, to boost low-emissions transport and address a key barrier to wider adoption.
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COP29 Secures $300 Billion Climate Finance Pledge, but Funding Gap Remains
COP29 in Baku secured a "New Collective Quantified Goal" pledging $300 billion annually by 2035 for climate finance, along with rules for carbon-funded projects, despite challenges from a relatively low profile and Azerbaijan's fossil fuel reliance.
COP29 Secures $300 Billion Climate Finance Pledge, but Funding Gap Remains
COP29 in Baku secured a "New Collective Quantified Goal" pledging $300 billion annually by 2035 for climate finance, along with rules for carbon-funded projects, despite challenges from a relatively low profile and Azerbaijan's fossil fuel reliance.
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California Invests $1.4 Billion in EV Infrastructure Amidst Federal Policy Uncertainty
California approved a $1.4 billion investment to install almost 17,000 new EV charging stations and hydrogen refueling infrastructure, prioritizing low-income communities, aiming to reach 250,000 public chargers, while concerns remain over potential federal policy changes impacting EV sales.
California Invests $1.4 Billion in EV Infrastructure Amidst Federal Policy Uncertainty
California approved a $1.4 billion investment to install almost 17,000 new EV charging stations and hydrogen refueling infrastructure, prioritizing low-income communities, aiming to reach 250,000 public chargers, while concerns remain over potential federal policy changes impacting EV sales.
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Whitebark Energy Soars 50% on Acquisition of Major Australian Hydrogen and Helium Project
Whitebark Energy shares soared 50% after bidding $1.7 million for King Energy, owner of Australia's largest onshore white hydrogen and helium projects in South Australia's Officer Basin, covering 19,467 square kilometers, with field operations starting in Q1 2024.
Whitebark Energy Soars 50% on Acquisition of Major Australian Hydrogen and Helium Project
Whitebark Energy shares soared 50% after bidding $1.7 million for King Energy, owner of Australia's largest onshore white hydrogen and helium projects in South Australia's Officer Basin, covering 19,467 square kilometers, with field operations starting in Q1 2024.
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Uncertainty Over US EV Tax Credits Spurs Sales Increase
The potential elimination of US federal tax credits for electric vehicles (EVs) is prompting increased sales, particularly of used vehicles, though many buyers are still unaware of the credits' existence; the credits total up to $7,500 for new vehicles and $4,000 for used ones.
Uncertainty Over US EV Tax Credits Spurs Sales Increase
The potential elimination of US federal tax credits for electric vehicles (EVs) is prompting increased sales, particularly of used vehicles, though many buyers are still unaware of the credits' existence; the credits total up to $7,500 for new vehicles and $4,000 for used ones.
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Virginia to Host World's First Grid-Scale Fusion Power Plant
Commonwealth Fusion Systems will build the world's first grid-scale nuclear fusion power plant near Richmond, Virginia, aiming to generate 400 megawatts of electricity by the early 2030s, addressing global energy demands and climate change concerns.
Virginia to Host World's First Grid-Scale Fusion Power Plant
Commonwealth Fusion Systems will build the world's first grid-scale nuclear fusion power plant near Richmond, Virginia, aiming to generate 400 megawatts of electricity by the early 2030s, addressing global energy demands and climate change concerns.
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UK Wind Power Sets New Record, Providing 54% of Electricity
On December 15, 2023, Britain's wind turbines generated a record 22,243 megawatts, providing 54% of the country's electricity, exceeding the previous record set on January 10, 2023, and showcasing the nation's progress toward decarbonizing its energy grid by 2030.
UK Wind Power Sets New Record, Providing 54% of Electricity
On December 15, 2023, Britain's wind turbines generated a record 22,243 megawatts, providing 54% of the country's electricity, exceeding the previous record set on January 10, 2023, and showcasing the nation's progress toward decarbonizing its energy grid by 2030.
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China-UK Clean Energy Forum Yields 2025 Action Plan
The 2024 China-UK Clean Energy Forum in Manchester, attended by 120 officials and investors, resulted in a new action plan between Wuhan and Manchester for 2025, focusing on clean energy and hydrogen cooperation, showcasing continued collaboration despite broader political tensions.
China-UK Clean Energy Forum Yields 2025 Action Plan
The 2024 China-UK Clean Energy Forum in Manchester, attended by 120 officials and investors, resulted in a new action plan between Wuhan and Manchester for 2025, focusing on clean energy and hydrogen cooperation, showcasing continued collaboration despite broader political tensions.
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US Raises Tariffs on Chinese Solar, Tungsten Products
The Biden administration raised tariffs on Chinese solar wafers and polysilicon to 50% and tungsten products to 25%, effective January 1st, 2024, to protect U.S. clean energy businesses and counter China's trade practices, escalating existing trade tensions.
US Raises Tariffs on Chinese Solar, Tungsten Products
The Biden administration raised tariffs on Chinese solar wafers and polysilicon to 50% and tungsten products to 25%, effective January 1st, 2024, to protect U.S. clean energy businesses and counter China's trade practices, escalating existing trade tensions.
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