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U.K. Invests £14.2B to Build Long-Planned Nuclear Power Station

Sizewell C was first identified by the U.K. government in 2010 as one of eight sites suitable for a nuclear power station.

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Mexico ‘Reliable Alternative’ for Companies Looking to Escape Trade Friction

However, analysts warn that a prolonged trade war could produce lasting macroeconomic impacts on the country.

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U.S. Trade Deficit Narrows by Most on Record as Imports Plunge

The April trade report showed imports of consumer goods slumped $33 billion, largely due to a sharp decline in inbound shipments of pharmaceutical preparations.

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Ship Carrying EVs Abandoned in Pacific After Catching Fire

Demand for lithium-ion batteries, including in EVs, is bringing a new risk to the global shipping industry, particularly given the value of the vehicles on board the largest car-carrying vessels.

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Trump Announces Trade Framework With U.K., Lowering Barriers

Under the agreement, the U.K. would fast-track American goods through their customs process and reduce barriers on agricultural, chemical, energy and industrial exports.

British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer. Photo: Bloomberg

Google Inks Deal to Develop Three Sites for Nuclear Reactors

Each site will generate at least 600 megawatts of power capacity, with the option for Google to buy the power once the reactors are operational.

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Regulations Are Uncertain, But the Business Case for Emissions Reporting Is Proven

By 2030, we will see a growing divide between companies that embraced emissions reduction as a competitive advantage and those that stalled due to short-term uncertainty.

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Cutting Carbon: Three Key Strategies for a Sustainable Supply Chain

Decarbonizing supply chains requires bold action and strategic investments.

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Embracing Sustainability in Hazmat Packaging

By prioritizing circularity, sustainable sourcing, and resource efficiency, businesses can achieve long-term benefits while contributing to a healthier planet

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New Port Fees Could Derail U.S. LNG Dominance

Center for LNG executive director Charlie Riedl warned that the fees could raise costs for global buyers, and threaten the United States' position as the world's leading LNG exporter.

An LNG carrier vessel. Photo: iStock / nikkytok

Trump Border Czar Plans to ‘Flood’ Worksites in Deportation Push

Immigration and Customs Enforcement has arrested tens of thousands of people living in the U.S. without legal status since January, when Trump took office.

Tom Homan, White House border czar, speaks during the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in National Harbor, Maryland, U.S., on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025. The Conservative Political Action Conference launched in 1974 brings together conservative organizations, elected leaders, and activists. Photographer: Kent Nishimura/Bloomberg

CNBC Supply Chain Survey Shows Reshoring is a No-Go

Most companies said bringing back supply chains within the U.S. could as much as double their costs, and it would be more cost-effective to relocate them to lower-tariffed countries.

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