New York Halts Construction of Large Data Centers While Assessing Environmental Impact
New York imposes a temporary moratorium on new large data centers to evaluate their energy demands and environmental consequences amid climate concerns.
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Nuclear Regulatory Commission defies directive to update radiation exposure standards
Despite a presidential order to revise outdated radiation limits, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission keeps current standards grounded in contested models, postponing meaningful reform.
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Lucid Engages Advisory Firm to Overhaul Operations Amid Financial Struggles
Electric vehicle maker Lucid hires AlixPartners to evaluate operations and cut costs while denying bankruptcy rumors and assuring sufficient liquidity into next year.
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ChargePoint to Install Ultra-Fast EV Chargers at 12 Key Highway Travel Plazas
ChargePoint and Onvo plan to deploy ultra-fast EV chargers across 12 major travel plazas in Pennsylvania and New York to enhance highway charging infrastructure.
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Slate EV Truck’s Final Price Revealed at $26,400 Including Destination Fee
Slate has confirmed a destination fee of $1,450 for its electric pickup, raising the total price to $26,400 and sparking debate over its cost competitiveness.
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Walmart Surges to Second Place in US EV Fast-Charger Installations in Q2
Walmart rapidly expanded its electric vehicle fast-charging network in the second quarter, adding hundreds of new ports and ranking just behind Tesla nationwide.
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California Launches $3,500 Rebate for First-Time Electric Vehicle Buyers
California introduces a $3,500 rebate for first-time electric vehicle shoppers, aiming to boost EV adoption despite federal incentive cuts.
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US EV Fast Charging Shifts Focus from Expansion to Reliability and Experience
The US fast-charging network continues to grow, but the industry now prioritizes reliability, customer experience, and profitability over rapid expansion.
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U.S. EV Fast-Charging Expansion Slows but Focus Shifts to Quality and Profitability
The U.S. added fewer public EV fast-charging ports in the second quarter as networks prioritize profitability and enhanced driver experience over rapid expansion.
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New York Enacts One-Year Moratorium on Large Data Centers Over Environmental Concerns
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a yearlong pause on new data centers consuming 50 megawatts or more, aiming to address their environmental impact and energy demands.
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Iran Plans Limited Electricity Imports from Russia through Azerbaijan Amid Summer Shortages
Iran aims to import electricity from southern Russia via Azerbaijan to ease summer power shortages, while expanding bilateral energy cooperation with Russia.
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Ford Plans $30,000 Electric Pickup for 2027 Launch with Competitive Features
Ford aims to introduce a midsize electric pickup priced around $30,000 in 2027, promising spacious interiors and Mustang-like acceleration as it shifts toward affordable EVs.