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- 1Trump Slashes Fuel-Economy Standards in Blow to Climate and EV Market▼Trump Slashes Fuel-Economy Standards in Blow to Climate, Health, EV Market
The Trump administration has moved to sharply roll back US fuel-economy standards, weakening requirements that automakers improve gas mileage. Environmental groups say the change will increase emissions, worsen air quality and slow the shift to electric vehicles, while industry faces uncertainty over future efficiency rules. The decision is drawing criticism from climate and health advocates who see it as a major reversal of US climate policy.
- 2New battery-based device captures CO2 using less energy●A new device captures CO2 by pumping it across a battery, requiring less energy than current carbon capture systems http
Researchers have developed a device that captures carbon dioxide by pumping the gas across a battery, an approach that requires less energy than existing carbon capture systems. The technology, reported by Ars Technica, could make direct air capture cheaper and more practical for tackling industrial emissions. Early coverage highlights it as a promising advance in climate and energy technology.
- 3US finalizes lower fuel economy standards favoring gas vehicles▼US finalizes new lower fuel economy standards in boost for gas-powered vehicles
The United States has finalized new, weaker fuel economy standards, a move that eases requirements on automakers and is seen as a boost for gas-powered vehicles. The rollback relaxes mileage targets that previously pushed manufacturers toward electric vehicles, drawing attention from the auto industry, environmental groups and consumers watching the direction of US climate and energy policy.
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A public sector strike in France escalated in Tours, where police responded to stone-throwing outside a high school with tear gas grenades. The day of nationwide industrial action by public employees has drawn attention for isolated confrontations like this one, with local news providing live coverage of the incidents and debates continuing over the strike's demands and the authorities' response.
- 5Trump administration scaling back fuel efficiency standards for new cars●Trump administration says it's scaling back fuel efficiency standards for new cars
The Trump administration has announced it is scaling back fuel efficiency standards for new cars, loosening requirements that automakers improve gas mileage across their fleets. The move reverses stricter emissions and efficiency rules put in place under previous administrations, and is likely to draw opposition from environmental groups and some states while being welcomed by automakers seeking lower compliance costs.
- 6Retail Energy Supply Association Elects New President Through 2027▼Retail Energy Supply Association Elects New President to Serve the Organization Through 2027
The Retail Energy Supply Association, a US trade group representing competitive retail energy suppliers, has elected a new president to lead the organization through 2027. The appointment signals continuity of the group's advocacy for retail energy markets during a period of policy debate over electricity and natural gas competition.