Sustainability: Page 2

  • Gerald Johnson and UAW Vice President Mike Booth shake hands at GM's Arlington Assembly plant in June 2023.
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    GM hires former Tesla exec as head of manufacturing and sustainability

    Jens Peter Clausen led efforts to scale the production of EV propulsion systems at the electric automaker’s Gigafactory 1 in Nevada.

    By Eric Walz • March 14, 2024
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    Biden administration boosts EV supply chain with $2B lithium loan

    The money will go towards constructing processing facilities at Lithium Americas' upcoming project, expected to produce 40,000 tons of the material a year beginning in 2027.

    By • March 14, 2024
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    How the SEC climate rule will impact manufacturers’ supply chains

    Even with scope 3 emissions left out of the new rule, contract manufacturers should be prepared to report emissions data as more states adopt disclosure requirements, experts say.

    By • March 12, 2024
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    How digitalization can help manufacturers reach sustainability goals

    In the wake of the SEC’s new climate disclosure rule, companies can use data tools and cloud-based solutions to better track emissions, experts say.

    By Michelle No • March 11, 2024
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    SEC drops scope 3 emissions from final climate disclosure rule

    The agency scaled back reporting requirements for scope 1 and 2 and will take a phased approach to the new mandates.

    By Lamar Johnson • March 6, 2024
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    Courtesy of SolarCycle.

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    Solarcycle to build $344M recycled solar glass plant in Georgia

    The manufacturer will produce up to six gigawatts of recycled solar glass annually.

    By • Feb. 29, 2024
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    To farm or fabricate? 3D printing’s role in the food industry

    As food production startups begin commercializing 3D-printed seafood, some experts question the viability of the technology in the broader market.

    By Megan Ruggles • Feb. 28, 2024
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    Courtesy of Hyundai Motor Group.

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    Clean energy manufacturers invested $2.4B in new projects in January: E2

    The investments, which came from four companies, add to the now 234 manufacturing projects announced since the Inflation Reduction Act passed.

    By • Feb. 22, 2024
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    EU looks to boost clean tech manufacturing with new legislation

    The Net-Zero Industry Act seeks to expedite permits for projects to create solar panels, wind power, electrolysers, batteries and more.

    By Lamar Johnson • Feb. 16, 2024
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    EPA lowers maximum soot pollution emissions

    Manufacturing trade groups pushed back against the new rule, saying it will be harder to build new factories and create jobs.

    By • Feb. 14, 2024
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    Louis Dreyfus building new pea protein facility

    An increasing shift to plant-based protein, especially for dairy products, is driving demand for the ingredient.

    By Rose Palazzolo • Feb. 13, 2024
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    US electric demand set to grow 1.5% annually through 2026

    Growth in manufacturing and industrial electrification are among the factors behind the growth, according to the International Energy Agency.

    By Ethan Howland • Jan. 31, 2024
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    Policy outlook 2024: What’s on manufacturers’ minds

    Three industry groups said they are watching federal funding, regulation concerns and election rhetoric — among other issues.

    By • Jan. 25, 2024
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    EV battery research gets $131M funding boost

    The Energy Department financing includes millions for OEMs like Cummins and Paccar.

    By • Jan. 24, 2024
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    Courtesy of Cummins.

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    Cummins to spend $580M to upgrade North Carolina plant

    The new equipment will expand the Rocky Mount plant’s ability to produce gasoline and propane engines.

    By • Jan. 22, 2024
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    Battery recycling could cut dependence on China for rare earths

    Circularity strategies like battery reuse could help the U.S. meet up to 40% of rare earth needs, says a new study in Nature Geoscience.

    By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 17, 2024
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    Courtesy of Orbic Electronics Manufacturing.

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    Verizon supplier to open $30M New York plant

    Orbic Electronics plans to move its cell phone and tablet production from China to Long Island.

    By • Jan. 9, 2024
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    Courtesy of Hanwha.

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    Qcells, Microsoft expand solar panel supply partnership

    The new agreement could provide enough solar energy to power up to 1.8 million homes a year.

    By • Jan. 8, 2024
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    First Solar sells advanced manufacturing tax credits for $700M

    The deal could be the first of many, thanks to enticing direct pay rules, Moss Landing CPA Peter Henderson says.

    By Emma Penrod • Jan. 8, 2024
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    GM to provide $7,500 incentive for EVs that lost tax credit eligibility

    The automaker’s move responds to a U.S. push to decrease dependence on foreign supply sources.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 5, 2024
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    Treasury releases sustainable aviation fuel tax credit guidance

    Using fuel that reduces emissions will yield a benefit of $1.25 to $1.75 per gallon for manufacturers.

    By Lamar Johnson • Jan. 5, 2024
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    Industry leaders blast pending rollout of clean hydrogen tax credits

    Some hydrogen producers are considering suing to stop the Treasury Department’s proposed implementation.

    By Emma Penrod • Jan. 4, 2024
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    How the EPA’s new PFAS reporting rule impacts manufacturers

    The Environmental Protection Agency estimated it will take the industry 11.6 million hours, or $800 million, to comply with the reporting rule.

    By • Dec. 15, 2023
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    Researchers find PFAS in non-plastic straws, complicating sustainability efforts

    Recent studies showing the presence of forever chemicals in a range of “eco-friendly” alternatives highlight the need for third-party certifications.

    By Lela Nargi • Nov. 15, 2023
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    Chocolate contains ‘concerning’ amounts of lead and cadmium, Consumer Reports finds

    The nonprofit found troublesome amounts of the heavy metals in 16 out of 48 products tested and called out Hershey to take action.

    By Christopher Doering • Nov. 10, 2023