The global race to find the next EV-mineral pot of gold
Countries around the world are scrambling to mine critical rare earth minerals because they are essential components in the production of a wide range of clean energy technologies, including wind turbines, solar panels, and electric vehicles.
For company culture’s sake, many employers are asking their remote workers to come back to the office
The Covid-19 pandemic sent the vast majority of office workers home to work from the living rooms and kitchen tables.
Where there is a new technology, there are lawsuits
The age of Artificial Intelligence may be finally settling upon us, and lawsuits are already being filed against some of the biggest names in the game.
The Federal Reserve raised the interest rates by a quarter point this week
What does this mean for you?
Saudi Aramco invests in ammonia-powered transportation
The company specializing in the new fuel tech, Brooklyn-based Amogy, is one of the leaders in ammonia-based alternative fuels.
Asia’s offshore wind farms are facing major challenges
A shortage of ships to transfer the massive wind turbines to their locations from shore to sea has been a pitfall of the continent’s green energy project.
To address driver shortage, companies should refocus on driver health
Improving truck driver health is a critical component in addressing the truck driver shortage and reducing turnover rates in the trucking industry.
Supply chain leaders should consider offering “grace” to foster a better work environment
Offering grace is a key leadership quality that can have a significant impact on the success of a supply chain.
North American automaker giant GM warns EV production hindered until late 2023
General Motors executives are stating that the company will be unable significantly increase its EV production until its US battery cell production plants are finished construction.
Consumer confidence dropped in January
According to The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index, the drop accounted for two points - standing at 107.1, as opposed to 109.0 in December.
Nevada to become home to $650M GM-sponsored lithium mine
General Motors is investing a whopping $650M into Canada-based Lithium Americas and creating a partnership to develop the Thacker Pass mine in Nevada.
Boeing’s 747 jumbo jets have been taken off the line
The plane model will no longer be built as more fuel-efficient planes with only two engines instead of four have become the new standard.
Labor unionization efforts are growing
Under the extremely pro-union Biden Administration, the number of Americans that approved of labor unions has sky-rocketed to 71%, according to a recent Gallup poll.
UPS union warns of 2023 summer strike if contract agreement isn’t reached by July 31
Approximately 350,000 unionized UPS workers could possibly go on strike this summer if a new contract isn’t agreed upon by the end of July.
While most companies are pledging net-zero goals, less than half have made operational changes
To ensure companies follow through on their net-zero emissions goals, it may be necessary to increase investment in low-carbon technology, implement government regulations, and increase public pressure on companies to act.
Better for the environment, maybe… but not better for the pocketbook
At the close of 2022, consulting firm Anderson Economic Group (AEG) concluded that internal combustion fuel-powered vehicles were the cheaper option for consumers - as opposed to electric vehicles.
The packaging industry is struggling with personnel challenges
Why is the packaging industry specifically affected by labor constraints and a high turnover rate?
EV boasts many benefits, but there are negatives for consumers to consider
The jeopardy to the consumer choosing an electric car over a gas-powered car includes the limited range of electric vehicles, higher upfront costs, and a lack of charging infrastructure in some areas.
Norway just hit the seabed jackpot
While Norway is already a major oil and gas exporter on the global stage, a Norwegian team of researchers from the Norwegian Petroleum Directorate (NPD) just discovered a new wealth of resources off the coast.
Maersk North America is leaning into the electric trend
Maersk North America provides a range of shipping and logistics services to customers, including ocean transportation, intermodal transport, and supply chain management solutions.