Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) and the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) have joined forces to make the nuclear licensing process faster and more efficient using Azure cloud and AI technology. Backed by funding from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy, through the National Reactor Innovation Center, this project aims to cut through the […]
Huawei has filed a patent for a new type of solid-state electric vehicle (EV) battery that could significantly change the future of clean transportation. The technology promises a driving range of up to 3,000 kilometers on a single charge and the ability to fully recharge in just five minutes. A solid-state battery uses a solid […]
Rivian Automotive, once hailed as a strong challenger to Tesla, is navigating a fast-changing electric vehicle (EV) market. Known for its all-electric R1T pickup and R1S SUV, the company has drawn attention with its rugged design, solid range, and eco-friendly mission. Backed by major investors like Amazon and Ford, Rivian made headlines in 2021 with […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Bitcoin has once again broken records, soaring past the $120,000 mark early this week. The world’s most famous cryptocurrency is riding a wave of investor enthusiasm, policy momentum, and institutional support. But behind the price surge is a growing concern: Bitcoin’s massive carbon footprint. As Bitcoin gains more value, it needs more energy. This raises big […]
Google signed a $3 billion, 20-year hydropower deal with Brookfield Asset Management. This agreement will provide up to 3 gigawatts (GW) of carbon-free electricity. It is the largest corporate hydropower deal in history. The deal starts with 670 megawatts (MW) from Pennsylvania’s Holtwood and Safe Harbor dams. This move helps Google meet its growing energy […]
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) announced a $500 million investment in MP Materials Corp. (NYSE: MP). This investment backs a long-term agreement where MP will supply Apple with rare earth magnets made entirely from recycled materials, all manufactured in the United States. Under the agreement, MP will produce the magnets at its Fort Worth, Texas, facility—called […]