SK showcases net-zero technologies
Jan 05, 2023 23:35 pm UTC| Nature Economy Business
South Koreas SK is showcasing the present and future of low carbon emission technologies, including over 40 net-zero technologies, at the four-day annual tech show CES in Las Vegas. Tne groups products on display at its...
Tesla sells record 1.3 million vehicles in 2022
Jan 03, 2023 22:51 pm UTC| Business Economy Nature
Tesla sold a record 1.3 million vehicles last year, topping the previous record of 936,000 vehicles delivered in 2021, but it fell short of the 1.4 million needed to reach CEO Elon Musks 50% growth target. The 1.3...
China's BYD outsells Tesla but reels from subsidy cuts, forced to increase prices
Jan 03, 2023 22:48 pm UTC| Business Economy Nature
Chinese electric car manufacturer BYD Co has increased its prices between 2,000 yuan ($290) and 6,000 yuan for its various models starting in 2023 due to the reduced subsidies for new energy vehicles since November. BYD...
Japan to import 2.35 million tons of LNG a year from Oman
Dec 31, 2022 17:39 pm UTC| Business Economy Nature
Three Japanese firms will purchase about 2.35 million tons of liquefied natural gas a year from Oman, to address energ y supply disruptions due to Russias invasion of Ukraine, the Japanese industry ministry...
Dec 30, 2022 23:04 pm UTC| Science Nature Economy Business
The Korea Institute of Science and Technology has developed a technology that uses photovoltaic energy for producing hydrogen peroxide, replacing a thermochemical process that requires high energy and creates environmental...
Earth Island Institute appealing greenwashing case won by Coca-Cola
Dec 30, 2022 23:00 pm UTC| Law Nature Economy Business
Earth Island Institute is appealing the Superior Court for the District of Columbias decision that Coca-Colas environmental statements werent misleading to consumers. The lawsuit took issue with the beverage giants...
S. Korea develops hydrogen-powered train
Dec 29, 2022 23:17 pm UTC| Nature Economy Business
South Koreas Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport has developed a test vehicle for a hydrogen-powered train that enables operation without electric facilities. The project was carried out in collaboration...
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