NIO laid off 70 employees and closed an office in San Francisco
Chinese electric vehicle startup NIO has laid off 70 employees in two California offices, including in the company’s North American headquarters.
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New US legislation would aid domestic mining of electric vehicle materials
A US senator is about to introduce legislation which looks to boost the domestic mining of materials like lithium and graphite for electric vehicles, according to a report.
Vietnam getting 3,000 electric buses through new transport service that aims to reduce emissions
A new nonprofit bus service coming to Vietnam next year will introduce at least 3,000 new electric buses to Vietnamese roads.
UK urged to aim for net zero emissions by 2050 after declaring ‘climate emergency’
The UK’s Committee on Climate Change has released its anticipated report, and it’s recommending a new goal — net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
EGEB: ‘Public Energy Enemy No. 1,’ California hydro concerns, UK’s largest solar carport, and more
In today’s EGEB:
- The Environmental Working Group names Duke Energy “Public Energy Enemy No. 1.”
- California hydropower bill draws criticism from clean energy advocates.
- Bentley Motors installs the largest solar carport in the UK.
- Chattanooga solar farm will help to power a wastewater treatment plant.
Proposed New York bills would exempt electric cars from some state sales tax, registration fees
A group of New York legislators are grouping together a number of recently proposed bills into one initiative which aims to expand electric vehicle ownership in the state, through exemptions for state sales tax and registration fees on EV purchases.
UK could accelerate its all-electric car plan, move target to 2030 or 2035
Less than two years ago, the UK announced its intentions to make its transportation fully electric by 2040, banning the sale of new diesel and petrol cars by that time. But government advisers will reportedly recommend moving that deadline up, possibly as much as a decade.
EGEB: Tesla’s solar moves, Pennsylvania in alliance, Tennessee solar farm, and more
In today’s EGEB:
- Responding to a decline, Tesla makes changes to its solar business.
- Pennsylvania joins the US Climate Alliance and looks to cut its emissions.
- Tennessee’s largest solar farm goes online.
- Another Long Island town eyes offshore wind.
- A look at possible “solar superpowers” of the future.
GM appears to confirm plans for electric pickup truck
GM appeared to confirm its plans to launch an electric pickup truck during its quarterly earnings call today.
Gig Car Share rolling out all-electric fleet of 260 cars in Sacramento
Gig Car Share is rolling out its full fleet of 260 all-electric cars in Sacramento this week. The car sharing fleet in the city consists entirely of Chevy Bolt EVs.
Renewable energy to outpace coal for first time ever in US
Another tipping point in energy seems to be on the horizon, as renewable energy in the US is expected to surpass coal in electricity generation for the first time this month.
EGEB: Texas residential solar slow to grow, Minnesota city to run on solar, and more
In today’s EGEB:
- Residential solar isn’t keeping pace in the Texas energy boom.
- Minnetonka, Minnesota to run city facilities and infrastructure on 100% solar by year’s end.
- In Lansing, a similar plan may fail.
- Australian Labor party to propose $1 billion for public school solar power.
- West Virginia takes a look at its potential for renewables.
Daimler to stop selling Smart cars in US and Canada, report says
Daimler will stop selling its all-electric Smart cars in the U.S. and Canada after the 2019 model year, according to a new report.
LA’s own ‘Green New Deal’ sets goal of 100% zero emission vehicles by 2050, 20K+ new EV chargers
Los Angeles has updated its city sustainability plan with a number of ambitious goals for electric vehicles and renewable energy, calling it “L.A.’s Green New Deal.”
Beto O’Rourke’s $5 trillion climate change plan would ‘guarantee’ net zero emissions by 2050
Democratic presidential candidate Beto O’Rourke has introduced his plan to combat climate change — a $5 trillion plan with a requirement of net-zero emissions by 2050.
EGEB: Northeast tops for small-scale wind, SoCal energy storage, and more
In today’s EGEB:
- The Northeast is leading the way for small-scale wind projects.
- Picking energy storage over natural gas in Southern California.
- Wind and solar will require a $13 trillion investment to hit emissions reduction targets.
- How old is the average US plant for different types of power?
- India’s “Solar Sahelis” bring solar to rural communities.
Climate Change Weekly: Protecting NYC from rising seas, UK promises action, melting permafrost
In the inaugural edition of Climate Change Weekly, we check out:
- Controversial comments from London’s mayor.
- England’s environment secretary vows action after a visit from climate activist Greta Thunberg.
- Talk of a climate-focused debate continues among Democratic presidential candidates.
- A look at how New York City may deal with rising seas.
- Melting permafrost is the giant lurking problem that may cost the world trillions and unleash who knows what else.
- And more…
Penske debuts fast speed charging stations for commercial electric trucks
Penske Truck Leasing launched charging stations at four of its Southern California facilities, which the company believes are “the first DC fast charging stations in the U.S. designed specifically for heavy-duty commercial electric vehicles.”
Colorado strikes down EV direct sales bill, still considering ‘ICEing’ charger blocking bill
It’s a tale of two bills for EV owners and consumers in Colorado, as state legislators struck down a bill that would have allowed direct EV sales to consumers. But a bill that would fine ICE drivers for parking in EV charging spaces is being considered.
ElectrifyNY activists seek state transition to fully electric vehicle fleets by 2040
ElectrifyNY, a coalition of environmental, transit, and social justice advocates, is calling for New York state and its municipalities to fully transition to electric vehicles by 2040.
EGEB: Tesla’s solar slide, caffeinated solar cells, Texas renewable subsidies, and more
In today’s EGEB:
- Tesla’s energy revenue and solar installations continue their slide.
- Researchers add caffeine to perovskites for improved solar performance.
- Texas legislators take aim at subsidies for renewables.
- A new wind farm in fossil fuel-focused Russia.
Mullen announces plans to build Qiantu K50 electric sports car in Washington state
Mullen Technologies announced today that it plans to produce its Qiantu K50 sports coupe in Spokane, Washington.
Volkswagen Chinese joint venture to build new electric car factory in Hefei, China
Volkswagen’s joint venture with JAC Motors is planning to invest 5.06 billion yuan ($750.8 million) in a new electric car factory in Hefei, China, according to local authorities.
Electrify America bringing 30-plus DC ultra-fast charging stations to new retail locations
Electrify America is collaborating with a number of companies to bring more than 30 new DC ultra-fast charging stations to various retail and office locations in seven states.
