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Volvo Reveals New Sedan Prototype That May Retain Combustion Engine Despite EV Focus
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Volvo Reveals New Sedan Prototype That May Retain Combustion Engine Despite EV Focus

Volvo’s upcoming sedan prototype features a roof LiDAR but still shows exhaust pipes, signaling it might not be fully electric as the brand plans new EVs and hybrids.

Amazon’s New Texas Data Center Could Become the Largest Carbon Emitter in the U.S.
Energy & Climate

Amazon’s New Texas Data Center Could Become the Largest Carbon Emitter in the U.S.

Amazon’s Texas data center project will rely on a natural gas plant authorized to emit millions of tons of CO₂ annually, challenging the company’s net-zero carbon goals.

Examining Climate Alarmism: Separating Fact from Fiction in Environmental Claims
Energy & Climate

Examining Climate Alarmism: Separating Fact from Fiction in Environmental Claims

While global temperatures are rising due to fossil fuel use, many catastrophic climate claims lack solid evidence, prompting calls for measured responses over panic.

Safety Concerns Rise Over EV Charging Cables After Idaho Shooting Incident
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Safety Concerns Rise Over EV Charging Cables After Idaho Shooting Incident

An Idaho shooting near a Tesla Supercharger spot has renewed debate about EV charging cable safety and sparked calls for emergency disconnection solutions.

Europe’s Electric Vehicle Market Grows But Trails China’s Rapid Expansion
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Europe’s Electric Vehicle Market Grows But Trails China’s Rapid Expansion

Despite record growth in battery-electric vehicle sales, Europe’s EV market remains behind China’s pace, hindered not by consumer demand but by a slower industrial transition.

Scientists Observe Carbon Dioxide Conversion into Graphite Using Molten Salt Electrolysis
Energy & Climate

Scientists Observe Carbon Dioxide Conversion into Graphite Using Molten Salt Electrolysis

Researchers have directly monitored the transformation of atmospheric carbon dioxide into solid graphite, revealing the reaction pathway during molten salt electrolysis.

Switzerland Maintains Extensive Nuclear Shelter Network, Repurposes Some for Migrant Housing
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Switzerland Maintains Extensive Nuclear Shelter Network, Repurposes Some for Migrant Housing

Switzerland continues to uphold a vast nuclear shelter system originally built during the Cold War, with many shelters now adapted for housing migrants and storage amid modern security concerns.

California Rolls Out New EV Rebate Amid Criticism Over Priorities and Costs
Energy & Climate

California Rolls Out New EV Rebate Amid Criticism Over Priorities and Costs

Governor Newsom launches a $3,500 rebate for first-time electric vehicle buyers, sparking debate as Californians face ongoing crises and rising living expenses.

New York City to Add 600 Curbside EV Chargers Across All Boroughs
Energy & Climate

New York City to Add 600 Curbside EV Chargers Across All Boroughs

New York City plans to expand its electric vehicle charging network from 88 to nearly 700 curbside ports, prioritizing neighborhoods with limited parking and high taxi and rideshare use.

Evaluating the Cost and Benefits of Large Home Batteries for Electric Homes
Energy & Climate

Evaluating the Cost and Benefits of Large Home Batteries for Electric Homes

Homeowners considering all-electric setups face high upfront costs for home batteries; weighing long-term savings and backup benefits is essential.

Scandium Canada and University of Windsor Collaborate on Aluminum-Scandium Wire for EV Motors
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Scandium Canada and University of Windsor Collaborate on Aluminum-Scandium Wire for EV Motors

Scandium Canada partners with the University of Windsor to test aluminum-scandium alloy wire as a lighter, durable alternative to copper in electric vehicle motor windings.

How Apartment Renters Are Managing Electric Vehicle Charging Without Private Stations
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How Apartment Renters Are Managing Electric Vehicle Charging Without Private Stations

Renters without private charging in their apartment complexes share strategies to keep their electric vehicles charged, balancing costs and convenience.