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Czech Republic Joins SMR Race—Rolls-Royce SMR and ČEZ Deal Signals Nuclear Energy Surge

In a significant step toward expanding clean energy in the EU, Rolls-Royce SMR and Czech utility ČEZ have signed an Early Works Agreement. This agreement enables both parties to commence site-specific activities at the Temelín location, laying the groundwork for the Czech Republic’s first small modular reactor (SMR). This announcement follows a high-level agreement signed […]

Uber Accelerates Robotaxi Ambitions With Baidu and Lucid Partnerships

Uber is moving toward autonomous mobility with a new strategy. This plan highlights collaboration, scale, and sustainability. Recent partnerships with Baidu, Lucid Motors, and Nuro show Uber wants to lead in the self-driving robotaxi market. They aim to compete against Waymo and Tesla. According to a report, the global robotaxi market could grow from $0.4 […]

New York-based Amogy Accelerates Ammonia-to-Power Solutions with $23M Funding Boost

New York-based clean energy startup Amogy has secured an additional $23 million in funding, bringing its total investment to $80 million. This latest round was led by the Korea Development Bank. The fresh capital will accelerate Amogy’s work on its ammonia-to-power technology, which generates clean electricity without emissions. The company aims to deploy this technology […]

Rio Tinto, Antofagasta Lead Copper Surge—But Trump’s Tariff Threat Casts a Shadow

In July 2025, the copper market is teetering between booming production and growing political uncertainty. Mining giants such as Rio Tinto and Antofagasta have delivered strong first-half results, indicating that global copper supply is in good shape. Yet, looming trade disruptions, especially U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan to slap a 50% tariff on copper imports, […]

Silver Prices Surge to 14-Year High in 2025: What’s Sparking this Sustainable Metal Boom?

In 2025, silver has shown remarkable strength despite global trade tensions, shifting investor behavior, and changes in the mining industry. With rising macro risks and uncertain policy decisions ahead, silver is benefiting from solid supply-demand fundamentals and strong technical patterns that suggest more upside may be coming. Silver Shines Amid Trump Tariffs and Trade Wars […]