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Emissions trading to now include transport and shipping
The government has announced it’s stepping up efforts to cut emissions by expanding the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), to include the maritime sector and new rules for carbon transport.Under the proposals, businesses operating ships…
Here’s what can go right to lift each of our 34 portfolio stocks
Sometimes, there can be an overwhelming amount of negativity and noise on Wall Street. To counter that, Jim Cramer has said investors should not lose sight of what can go right for their stocks. That doesn't mean ignoring risks and…
How can the UK accelerate larger vehicle electrification?
In previous articles, we’ve looked at the status of HGV and large van electrification – and the challenges the UK and its organisations face. Now, we remind ourselves of the potential benefits and explore the opportunities for meaningful…
Oil watchers say inflation risks will stave off Trump’s Canada tariff
Working oil pumps against a sunset sky.Imaginima | E+ | Getty ImagesHigher fuel prices could be in the cards if President-elect Donald Trump follows through with his tariff threats on Canada, according to industry experts, who are…
Don’t go in the water!
Swimmers should avoid the only two approved bathing spots in the Thames. Not because of sharks but bacteria.
Wolvercote Mill Stream in Oxford and Wallingford Beach in Berkshire, were both recently designated as bathing sites but…
Wall Street launches new ways to bet on bitcoin
For years, bitcoin won by being boring.Investors weren't able to do all that much with it besides buy and hold it. But that was precisely why the world's largest cryptocurrency was valuable.It was a commodity, like gold — or corn. It…
BayWa r.e. finalises sale of largest solar portfolio
BayWa r.e. has completed the sale of its largest solar portfolio, comprising three projects delivering 517 MWDC of renewable energy capacity, to an independent power producer.The projects, located in the PJM and MISO regions, will be…
How tech bros bought ‘America’s most pro-crypto Congress ever’
Bernie Moreno, Republican U.S. Senate candidate from Ohio, attends a campaign event in Holland, Ohio, on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Moreno is running against Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio. Tom Williams | Cq-roll Call, Inc. | Getty…
Nearly 84% of Brits doubt energy prices will return to pre-2021 levels
British households are increasingly resigned to high energy prices, with 84% of respondents in a recent survey saying they do not believe energy bills will return to pre-2021 levels for years to come.The survey conducted by tado°among…
Billionaire Gautam Adani charged with fraud, bribery in New York
Gautam Adani, chair of Indian conglomerate Adani Group, addresses a gathering during the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India, on Jan. 10, 2024.Punit Paranjpe | AFP | Getty ImagesGautam Adani, chair of…