On August 9, 2023, U.S. President Joe Biden delivered a momentous speech on the economy at the Arcosa wind tower manufacturing facility in Belen, New Mexico. The former Solo cup factory that has now been transformed into a wind tower plant became the backdrop for President Biden’s visit. In his address, he praised his green …
Carlos Tavares, the CEO of Stellantis, acknowledges the challenging landscape that the company faces. With the competition from Chinese automakers offering cars that are 25% cheaper and the requirement of investing billions in electrification, Stellantis finds itself in a brutal scenario. These Chinese carmakers have set their sights on European markets, including the UK, with …
According to Ms Reeves, the Tory government’s decision to shut down gas storage has resulted in working people bearing the consequences of their short-sighted approach. This failure in energy security not only increases the financial burden on families but also leaves us vulnerable and dependent on external sources. Instead of investing in domestic energy production …
The government has initiated a thorough review to determine whether the noise levels produced by low-carbon energy supplies necessitate amendments to planning regulations. The findings of this review are expected to be published later this summer. Concerns have been raised regarding terraced properties, which account for around 5.7 million in England and 358,000 in Wales, …
Dave Biggs, a resident of Kehelland, Cornwall, was faced with a daunting upfront cost ranging from £50,000 to £60,000 in order to upgrade his home for a heat pump installation. According to Mr. Biggs, the renovation process would have required ripping up the concrete floor of his property to remove the existing microbore pipework, as …
The recent New York Times/Siena College poll has highlighted some vulnerabilities for the Democrats. The survey found that former President Donald Trump and President Biden are tied at 43% each in a hypothetical 2024 election, with 16% undecided or considering other options. One significant, yet overlooked, aspect of the poll is Biden’s weakness among nonwhite …
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has implemented a moratorium on new wind and solar power projects, citing the federal government’s restrictions on natural gas backup generation for renewable energy as a key factor. Smith argues that backup plants powered by natural gas are essential for times when wind and solar are not viable sources of energy. …
Federal lawmakers in Washington, D.C. are engaged in discussions on how to accelerate the development of wind turbines, solar panels, and transmission lines to keep up with increasing demand and combat nationwide blackouts. They aim to provide a viable alternative to fossil fuels and reduce planet-heating emissions. However, local governments across the country are implementing …
In the luxury automotive sector, Bentley issued a warning last week that it may no longer experience the same level of success it had in the post-Covid era. The company stated that it is unlikely to repeat last year’s record-breaking earnings due to a decline in orders during the first half of the year. Deliveries …
A photograph of a Mercedes-Benz EQA in Berlin on January 20, 2021. Sean Gallup | Getty Images News | Getty Images The CEO of Mercedes-Benz in Germany believes that the shift to zero-emission mobility should be approached as a marathon rather than a sprint. Ola Kallenius, speaking to CNBC’s “Squawk Box Europe,” emphasized the significant …