Automakers are turning to carbon credit pooling to meet targets and avoid fines with stricter European Union (EU) emission regulations set for 2025. Electric vehicle (EV) makers like Tesla and Polestar are key players in this strategy, using their fully electric fleets to generate surplus carbon credits. EU Rules Drive Carbon Credit Market Under EU […]
Like stocks, investors can buy and sell Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) whenever the market is open. Often investing in carbon credits through ETFs offers a simple and diverse way to enter this expanding market. We’ve covered some of the top ETFs for 2025 in the carbon credit market and how they are supporting sustainable investments. 1. […]
China’s lithium reserves have risen to 16.5% of the global total, up from 6%, says Xinhua, the leading Chinese media agency. It is now the second-largest holder of this critical battery metal. Interestingly, China has now surpassed both Australia and Argentina in lithium reserves. So, what sparked this nearly 3X increase in lithium deposits? And […]
Critical minerals are the backbone of modern technology, clean energy, and national security. They are essential for producing batteries, semiconductors, renewable energy systems, and defense applications like antimony. As such, they are indispensable for a sustainable future, powering clean technologies. The United States, like many countries, is working to secure its supply of these materials […]
Nickel producers are bracing for a tough year in 2025, with the global nickel market expected to remain oversupplied, putting downward pressure on prices. Analysts attribute this oversupply to Indonesia’s rapidly expanding nickel industry, disrupting global markets and driving nickel prices down from previous highs. However, the largest nickel producer revealed plans to cut production by […]
Vale and Sweden’s GreenIron have teamed up to reduce emissions in the mining and metals supply chain. The MOU focuses on key initiatives in Brazil and Sweden, including a feasibility study for a direct reduction facility in Brazil operated by GreenIron. Additionally, Vale will also supply iron ore to GreenIron’s commercial operations in Sandviken, Sweden. […]
As per the latest media reports, Hussain Sajwani, chairman of Dubai-based DAMAC Properties, pledged a whopping $20 billion investment in the U.S. data center industry. The announcement was made in the presence of newly elected President Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago estate. This deal is immensely significant for Trump’s economic strategy and AI vision for […]
The transition to a low-carbon economy is not just a trend—it’s a must. With climate change accelerating, companies are under increasing pressure to reduce their carbon footprints. Major tech companies, such as Meta, Apple, and Netflix, have committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2030, while mining and energy giants like Barrick, Newmont, and ExxonMobil are […]
SolarBank Corporation (NASDAQ: SUUN) has announced a significant deal with Qcells, a subsidiary of South Korea’s Hanwha Solutions. Qcells, through an affiliate, has entered into agreements to purchase four solar power projects in upstate New York. These ground mount projects—Gainesville, Hardie, Rice Road, and Hwy 28 are under development and have a combined capacity of 25.577 MW. […]