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New U.S. Rules Could Make It Harder to Qualify for EV Tax Credits

The White House said that it hopes the new rules will encourage the development of auto industry supply chains in the U.S.

Indianapolis, Indiana. March 2022. Photo: iStock.com/jetcityimage

Mars Responds to Child Labor Accusations

The investigation found children as young as five years old using machetes to harvest the cocoa beans that ended up in some Mars products.

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Japan Plans to Stop Building Unabated Coal Power Plants

The promise aligns with commitments made by the Group of Seven (G7) developed nations to bring an end to unabated coal-fired power generation as soon as possible.

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Bed Bath & Beyond Suing MSC for $300M

Bed Bath & Beyond wants MSC to pay roughly $150 million for damages as well as an equal sum for what the company described as exploitative and coercive behavior.

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After Onshoring: U.S. Supply Chains Can Drive Growth and Profits Through Sustainability Initiatives

Fortunately, corporate renewable energy and sustainability efforts are incentivized by local, state, and federal tax incentives that help offset the cost of adoption.

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Transatlantic Flight Powered by Alternative Fuels Lands in U.S.

Of the two types of alternative fuels used for the flight, 88% were derived from waste fats while the remaining 12% came from U.S.-based corn production waste.

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Nio and Geely Sign Battery Swapping Agreement

Geely is the second car manufacturer to sign a battery swapping deal with Nio, who is also working with Changan Automobile.

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Three Ways Technology Can Stop Greenwashing in its Tracks

Mitigating the legal, financial and reputational risks of greenwashing is complex, but it has also never been more important.

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Maritime Emissions Trend Downwards, Report Says

The report's authors say it not only celebrates the progress made in certain areas but also highlights the ongoing challenges, underscoring the urgency for continued action and innovation.

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Quantifying Scope 3 Emissions Creates a Roadmap for Business Longevity

Without visibility into Scope 3 emissions, companies lack the data to fully account for and demonstrate their carbon impact and risk to investors and partners.

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Dealfeng Rotor Sail Installation Completed on Oil Tanker

The companies say a vessel using the rotor sails can achieve a reduction of around 8% of fuel and GHG emissions, while maintaining speed and travel time.

In one solution to reliance on fossil fuel, these rotor sails generate forward thrust as the wind causes pressure difference around the rotating rotor while a vessel is underway. Photo: Dealfeng New Energy Technology.

Watch: It's a Great Time to Be a Logistics Service Provider

Logistics service providers are armed with expertise, data, technology and C-level executives who will listen to them, says Mike Riegler of One Network Enterprises.

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Recycled Tagging Fasteners: Small Changes Make a Big Impact

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