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Sat, Aug 15, 8:29 PM ET
Waymo wins California approval for largest robotaxi expansion across 18 counties
California regulators approved Waymo to expand paid robotaxi operations across 18 counties, a major step toward the company's goal of over one million paid ride
Electrek · +5 outlets
Central Asian power grids collapse in simultaneous blackouts across four countries
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan suffered simultaneous blackouts, exposing severe vulnerabilities in the region's interconnected power grid.
Business Recorder · +7 outlets
Romania shuts sole nuclear plant as historic Danube drought cuts cooling water
Romania's Cernavoda nuclear plant was taken offline because the Danube's low water levels from an historic drought left it without sufficient cooling water.
streamlinefeed.co.ke · +14 outlets
AI boom drives surge in gas-powered data centers as US energy demand spikes
The rapid expansion of AI data centers is fueling a wave of new gas-fired plants, raising emissions concerns and sparking local backlash.
Canary Media · +14 outlets
UK government considers relaxing EV rules despite rising sales and oil costs
The UK may weaken its zero-emission vehicle mandate even as EV sales climb and high oil prices underscore the case for electrification.
Electrek · +2 outlets
Congress moves to block federal heat safety rule amid record-breaking summer
A congressional committee has advanced legislation to kill the Biden-era heat protection rule for workers, even as extreme heat waves break records.
Grist · +3 outlets
Tesla adds 2.4 kW vehicle-to-load to Model Y Premium with $80 adapter
Tesla enabled vehicle-to-load capability for Model Y Premium owners in the US and Puerto Rico, allowing them to power devices from the car's battery.
Electrek · +10 outlets
Grist: AI could help fossil fuel companies increase emissions by up to 5%
New research indicates AI tools could boost fossil fuel productivity, potentially raising carbon emissions by nearly 5% and outpacing data center impacts.
Grist · +4 outlets
$600B of Biden-era clean energy funding survives Trump administration cuts
Despite efforts to roll back clean energy spending, about $600 billion in Inflation Reduction Act-era funding remains intact.
cryptobriefing.com · +2 outlets
GM to equip all 2027 EVs with NACS ports for direct Tesla Supercharger access
General Motors announced that every 2027 model-year EV will feature Tesla's NACS charging port natively, eliminating the need for adapters.
Electrek · +14 outlets
Kia launches EV3 in US and Canada starting at $29,890, its most affordable EV
Kia's new EV3 enters the US market as one of the cheapest long-range EVs, starting under $30,000 and competing with the Chevy Equinox EV.
Electrek · +5 outlets
Climate change drives more warm summer nights across US cities, data shows
Climate Central analysis finds that minimum summer temperatures are rising faster than daytime highs, with profound public health implications.
Climate Central · +14 outlets
China's 15th five-year plan for coal signals continued reliance despite climate goals
China released a new five-year plan for coal that outlines ongoing support for the sector, complicating its long-term climate commitments.
Carbon Brief · +11 outlets
BYD launches Qin Max EV sedan at roughly half the price of a Tesla Model 3
BYD's new Qin Max electric sedan targets the same segment as the Model 3 but at a significantly lower price point.
Electrek · +7 outlets
EPA cancer risk data from air pollution goes dark, alarming communities
For the first time in decades, the EPA has not released its annual air toxics cancer risk estimates, leaving communities without key accountability data.
Grist · +14 outlets
India achieves 300 GW renewable energy capacity milestone
India has crossed 300 GW of installed renewable energy capacity, marking a key step toward its climate goals.
The Indian Express · +14 outlets
WETOX D2 earns world's first next-gen V2X certification for turning EVs into power stations
The WETOX D2 device received SGS's first Next-Gen V2X certification, enabling vehicle-to-load power from millions of Teslas and Ford Mach-Es.
Electrek
PACCAR brand DAF partners with Einride to add Level 4 autonomy to electric trucks
DAF will integrate Einride's autonomous driving technology into its electric truck platforms, aiming to accelerate self-driving freight.
Electrek · +2 outlets

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