Paths to Decarbonize Key U.S. Economic Sectors Highlighted at COP28 as Global Fossil Fuel Transition Gains Momentum
COP28 in Dubai marked a historic moment as nations committed to transitioning away from fossil fuels to combat climate change.
Cruise Sheds 900 Jobs and Refocuses Strategy Amid Challenges, While Waymo Expands
Cruise, the robotaxi company, has announced the layoff of 900 employees following the firing of nine executives amid the fallout from an October incident involving a pedestrian.
Greta Thunberg Slams COP 28 Climate Deal as Inadequate to Prevent 1.5°C Temperature Rise
Greta Thunberg, the prominent climate activist, criticized the COP 28 climate deal reached in Dubai, stating that it is insufficient to prevent temperatures from rising above 1.5 degrees Celsius, which is considered a critical limit by scientists.
GM Fires Nine Executives at Cruise Following Pedestrian Accident
General Motors (GM) has fired nine executives at its autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Cruise, following a pedestrian accident in San Francisco.
Tesla Recalls 2 Million U.S. Vehicles to Enhance Autopilot Safety Features Amidst Criticisms
Tesla is recalling over 2 million vehicles in the U.S. to update software and address a defective system designed to ensure driver attention while using Autopilot.
Global Agreement on Fossil Fuel Transition Falls Short of Full Phase-Out, but Marks Significant Progress
Government ministers from nearly 200 countries reached an agreement, known as the UAE Consensus, that calls for a transition away from fossil fuels.
Strong Climate Denial Groups at UN Climate Talks Spark Concerns
Over 160 industry groups, think tanks, and PR agencies with a history of climate denial have scored access to the UN climate talks in Dubai.
German Union IG Metall Rejects IF Metall's Strike Call Against Tesla Sweden as Illegal
German trade union IG Metall has rejected Swedish union IF Metall's call for a strike against Tesla Sweden, deeming it illegal.
Sam Altman's Leadership Style Under Scrutiny After Manipulative Tactics and Board Clash at OpenAI
In the aftermath of Sam Altman's brief ousting from OpenAI, new insights into his leadership style have emerged.
Republican Leaders Probe $3 Billion DOE Award to Sunnova Amid Accusations of Exploitative Sales Practices
Republican leaders in Congress are investigating the Department of Energy's $3 billion award to Sunnova Energy Corporation, a solar company accused of exploiting vulnerable customers with deceptive sales practices.
Stellantis and Ample Join Forces to Bring Quick-Swappable Batteries to City Cars
Stellantis, the owner of several car brands, is teaming up with Ample, a California-based startup, to introduce city cars with quick-swappable high-voltage batteries.
Norwegian Union Joins Nordic Movement in Blocking Tesla Shipments Amid Labor Dispute
Norwegian labor union Fellesforbundet will block Tesla car shipments to Sweden starting December 20, in support of striking Swedish mechanics' demand for collective bargaining agreements.
2010’s Hottest Decade on Record with Escalating Climate Change, WMO Report Reveals
The decade from 2011 to 2020 was the hottest ever recorded for both land and oceans, with a significant increase in climate change, according to a report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) released at COP28 in Dubai.
Tesla, GM, and Others Join Forces to Track Global Greenhouse Gas Emissions with Climate TRACE Database
Tesla, GM, and other companies will use the Climate TRACE database from Al Gore's climate coalition, utilizing satellites and machine learning to monitor global greenhouse gas emissions.
Biden Administration Implements Rules to Limit China's Role in U.S. Electric Vehicle Supply Chain
The Biden administration has introduced rules aimed at reducing China's influence in the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) supply chain.
Federal Judge Temporarily Halts Montana's TikTok Ban Over Constitutionality Concerns
A federal judge in Montana has temporarily blocked a state law that would have banned TikTok starting on January 1, 2024.
UN Declares 2023 as Potentially Warmest Year on Record, Urges Climate Action at COP28
The United Nations has declared that 2023 is on track to be the warmest year on record, with global temperatures rising 1.4 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels
UAE Denounces 'Fake News' Amid COP28 Climate Conference Host Role Controversy
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has denounced what it calls "fake news" aimed at undermining its role as the host of the COP28 climate conference, including false reports about the resignation of COP28 president-designate Sultan Al-Jaber from his position at the state oil giant ADNOC.
Connecticut Governor Shifts Focus from Gas Car Ban to Electric Vehicles Amid Growing Opposition
Connecticut's plan to ban the sale of gas-powered cars by 2035 is facing a setback, with Governor Ned Lamont shifting his focus to promoting electric vehicles instead of a scheduled legislative vote on the ban.
UN's FAO to Advocate Meat Reduction for Climate Action at COP28, Facing Industry Opposition
The United Nations' Food & Agriculture Organization (FAO) is set to release a global food systems' roadmap during the COP28 climate summit in Dubai, which will recommend Western countries, including the United States, to reduce their meat consumption as part of efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions.