Sustainability
Bees, fish and plants show how climate change’s accelerating pace is disrupting nature in 2 key ways
Bees, fish and plants show how climate change’s accelerating pace is disrupting nature in 2 key ways Climate change is not just about temperature; its accelerating pace is disrupting nature in two key ways: changing habitat ranges for plants and animals, and throwing off the delicate timing of pollination. The rate of climate change is […]
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Isuzu’s first electric truck is a Ranger-sized 4WD pickup for Europe
Isuzu’s first electric truck is a Ranger-sized 4WD pickup for Europe Isuzu has started mass production of its all-electric D-Max pickup truck in Thailand, featuring a dual-motor four-wheel-drive system with 140kW of power. The new D-Max EV matches the towing capacity of Isuzu’s current diesel-powered D-Max at 7,716 pounds (3,500kg) and has a range of […]
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Slate Auto confirms where it’ll build its $20,000 Truck
Slate Auto confirms where it’ll build its $20,000 Truck Slate Auto has confirmed that it will build its $20,000 electric Truck at an existing factory in Warsaw, Indiana, which will produce 150,000 Trucks annually. The factory, a former printing press facility, will be retrofitted to accommodate Slate’s production needs, with renovations expected to cost hundreds […]
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Isuzu starts mass producing its first all-electric pickup truck
Isuzu starts mass producing its first all-electric pickup truck Isuzu has started mass producing its first all-electric pickup truck, the D-Max EV, in Thailand. The D-Max EV features a dual-motor four-wheel-drive system with 140kW of power and can match the performance of existing diesel models. The truck has a range of up to 163 miles […]
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The Slate Truck is a whole new kind of car
The Slate Truck is a whole new kind of car The Slate Truck is a revolutionary new car that defies traditional luxury car norms by offering a sub-$20,000 pickup truck with minimal features. The company, Slate Auto, is taking an unconventional approach to launching its brand by focusing on customizability and affordability, rather than exclusivity […]
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Florida panthers and black bears need a literal path for survival – here’s how the Florida Wildlife Corridor provides it in one of the fastest-growing US states
Florida panthers and black bears need a literal path for survival – here’s how the Florida Wildlife Corridor provides it in one of the fastest-growing US states The Florida Wildlife Corridor is a statewide system of interconnected wildlife habitat that covers nearly 18 million acres of Florida, providing a critical link for animals to travel […]
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Why predicting battery performance is like forecasting traffic − and how researchers are making progress
Why predicting battery performance is like forecasting traffic − and how researchers are making progress Battery performance prediction is challenging due to various factors such as temperature, physical structure, and material aging, making it comparable to forecasting traffic. Researchers are working on improving battery lifespan, calculating degradation, safety under extreme conditions, and exploring new materials […]
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Bending to industry, Donald Trump issues executive order to “expedite” deep sea mining
Bending to industry, Donald Trump issues executive order to “expedite” deep sea mining Donald Trump has signed an executive order to expedite deep-sea mining for critical minerals, bypassing international agreements and potentially harming sea life and coastal economies. The move is seen as a “dangerous precedent” by critics, who argue that it violates customary international […]
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Trump is stripping protections from marine protected areas – why that’s a problem for fishing’s future, and for whales, corals and other ocean life
Trump is stripping protections from marine protected areas – why that’s a problem for fishing’s future, and for whales, corals and other ocean life President Donald Trump’s administration is stripping protections from marine protected areas, which are crucial for preserving biodiversity and supporting fishing industries. The removal of key protections allows commercial fishing in parts […]
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Appliance efficiency standards save consumers billions, reduce pollution and fight climate change
Appliance efficiency standards save consumers billions, reduce pollution and fight climate change Appliance efficiency standards have been in place since 1974, starting with California’s regulations for refrigerators, and have saved consumers billions of dollars by making home appliances and business equipment more efficient. The federal government has created standards for over 70 products that consume […]
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