Germany said Saturday that Sunday would be the last day buyers could apply for an EV subsidy, which paid out thousands per customer
Category: Energy & Environment
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Uranium price surges with renewed interest in nuclear power
The price rise stems from renewed interest in nuclear power and fears about oil and gas supplies due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
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California children sue US govt over pollution
The suit is the latest in a series of legal actions by young people around the world who are worried about climate change
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Denmark to introduce green tax on plane tickets
Denmark plans to introduce green tax on plane tickets of 30 kroner (€4) to flights departing from Denmark in 2025
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Court green lights trial against Ottawa for climate inaction
An appeals court has ruled that a trial must be held to determine whether Ottawa’s inaction on climate change violates plaintiffs’ Charter rights
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Dubai deal hailed as ‘beginning of end’ for fossil fuels
Toughening language from an earlier draft, the agreement calls for moving away from fossil fuels in a just, orderly and equitable manner
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Environmental activists pour green dye in Venice canal
Activists protest “failure” of ongoing international climate talks to deliver results by pouring dye into rivers in Venice, Rome, and Milan
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Canada announces cap on oil and gas sector’s emissions
Canada proposes to cap 2030 CO2 emissions on the oil and gas sector by as much as 35 to 38 per cent — environmentalists it’s not enough
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EU approves ban on destruction of unsold clothing
Time to end model of ‘take, make, dispose that is so harmful to our planet, our health and our economy:’ MEP who sponsored legislation
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Building blocks? Cutting pollution from steel, concrete and aluminium
Concrete is the second most used substance on Earth after water, and vital for much of our modern infrastructure: industry players