EPA report shows economic growth, environmental rules can co-exist
The Trump administration’s argument that “job-killing” environmental regulations are stifling U.S. economic growth is being undercut by … the Trump administration.
Archive for year: 2017
2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Quick Spin: Dad tested, kid approved
Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is a compelling minivan, which feels less weird to say the more we say it (and the more we drive it).
It’s not your imagination. Summers are getting hotter.
Extraordinarily hot summers — the kind that were virtually unheard-of in the 1950s — have become commonplace.
Saudi Aramco IPO pits foreign investors against Saudi citizens
Imagine how shareholders would react if Exxon Mobil gave away a third of the oil it produced, rather than selling it at market prices. There would be hell to pay, right?
Algal biofuel production is neither environmentally nor commercially sustainable
Modern biofuels have been touted as a greener alternative to petrol and diesel since the early 1900s. It seems like a good idea on paper, and they do work – but their use and production doesn’t come without problems.
Why Tesla Motors is fueling up on debt
Forced to choose between issuing a bit more of Tesla’s turbocharged stock or tapping the overheated junk-bond market to finance the Model 3 ramp-up, Elon Musk, Tesla’s founder, opted for the latter.
California gives Volkswagen green light for clean vehicle infrastructure plan
California regulators have given Volkswagen AG the go-ahead to start expanding clean vehicle infrastructure across the state, after debate over whether the German automaker’s plan would do enough to help disadvantaged communities.
The Trump administration just lost a battle over smog rules
Environmental groups were thrilled this week to see the EPA suddenly get back on track to enforce ozone regulations. But a bill that would loosen the rules could make smog a health problem again.
Tesla’s Model 3 isn’t a luxury car, but it’s priced like one
$50,000 for a midrange car. If you’re new to cars, that isn’t exactly midrange car pricing, having clearly pushed into luxury sedan territory.
Government report finds drastic impact of climate change on U.S.
The report directly contradicts claims by President Trump and members of his cabinet who say that the human contribution to climate change is uncertain, and that the ability to predict the effects is limited.
