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As costs soar, who foots the bill for Baltimore bridge collapse?
The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, which killed six people in Baltimore, could see insured losses between $2 billion to $4 billion. The figures could make it “the most expensive marine insured loss in history.” However, who will pay and how much depends on who is asked. President Joe Biden, who is scheduled to visit… -
Norway could be first nation ever with more EVs than gas cars by end of 2024
While expert projections suggest the United States may not see electric vehicles (EVs) overtake gas-powered cars until at least 2050, Norway may be able to do it by as early as the end of this year. That would make the Nordic nation the first country in the world with EVs outnumbering conventional vehicles on its… -
Tesla, BYD see sales drop to start 2024 amid EV slowdown in China
Chinese automaker BYD made headlines at the end of last year by setting a new record for electric vehicle (EV) sales, surpassing Tesla as the worldwide leader with over 526,000 units sold in the fourth quarter of 2023. However, 2024 has brought a different narrative, with BYD witnessing a more than 40% drop in sales… -
Geothermal power and the intricacies behind tapping into the Earth’s energy
Humanity’s quest to tap into the inexhaustible power source lying beneath our feet has spanned millennia, with civilizations from ancient Rome to Aboriginal Australia attempting to harness power from the Earth’s core. Geothermal energy — derived from sources like volcanoes in Iceland and hot springs in the United States — presents vast opportunities for electricity… -
Chiefs, Royals mull KC exit as vote on taxpayer-funded stadium upgrades looms
Residents of Jackson County, Missouri, are facing a vote on April 2 that may determine the future of their local sports franchises — the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals. The question posed to voters on the ballot asks whether or not they would be in favor of implementing a ⅜-cent sales tax over the next… -
New EPA regulations target heavy-duty trucks in effort to reduce emissions
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken further steps in its efforts to reduce emissions from vehicles, this time focusing on heavy-duty trucks. Following the recent implementation of new tailpipe emissions standards for light- and medium-duty vehicles, the EPA has now extended its regulations to target the largest polluters on the nation’s roadways. “In finalizing… -
Walmart invests in solar, aims to power 2 million homes by 2035
Walmart has announced it is investing in 26 solar projects across the United States, with 20 directly benefiting local communities. The initiatives geared toward residential areas are set to provide energy to approximately 13,000 households and potentially save consumers more than $8 million annually, with three-quarters of those savings earmarked for low- and moderate-income homes.… -
A glimmering building in the desert is key to Turkey’s solar power future
A building adorned with glimmering panels serves an important purpose in the middle of Turkey’s only desert area. The structure is reportedly a hub for a massive solar farm spanning eight square miles and credited with preventing more than 1.7 million tons of carbon emissions from escaping into the Earth’s atmosphere. The structure known as… -
Copper crisis threatens the renewable energy transition
As the world pushes toward a greener future, the demand for copper, a crucial component in renewable energy infrastructure, has surged dramatically. This increase in demand, however, has raised concerns about a looming shortage of the metal, threatening to impede progress towards climate goals. Experts predict that the demand for copper will skyrocket over 75%… -
US Energy Dept. announces billions for projects to cut industrial emissions
The industrial sector in the United States is reportedly responsible for a fourth of the country’s emissions. Now, the Biden administration is spending the largest amount ever on industrial decarbonization projects to fight climate change. The Department of Energy announced it is putting $6 billion in federal funds toward efforts to eliminate up to 14… -
Answering the internet’s most burning questions about EVs
People ask Google about 8.5 billion questions every day, so Straight Arrow News is here to help the search engine out by taking a few of those searches off its hands. You might have seen autocomplete interviews like this before, but in this one, Energy Correspondent Jack Aylmer is going to break down some of… -
Biden administration reduces emission targets in a win for automakers
The Biden administration has unveiled final rules that aim to make it easier for automakers to continue selling gas-powered models and slow the transition to electric vehicles through 2030. The announcement was made on Wednesday, March 20. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a rule that weakens yearly emissions targets through 2030, compared to a… -
Not sold on fully electric vehicles? Some drivers are opting for a hybrid instead.
In 2023, the automotive industry reached a new milestone as electric vehicle (EV) sales hit record highs. However, through the start of 2024, hybrid vehicles are being purchased at a rate which surpasses that of their fully electric counterparts. While EVs experienced a 13% increase in sales growth at the beginning of 2024, hybrids have…
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