A law to boost clean energy appears to be more potent than predicted, with big implications for both budget talks and efforts to fight climate change.
The electric carmaker has reduced prices by thousands of dollars this year to bolster demand and fend off competition.
Competition, not cooperation, has driven the bulk of climate progress over the past few years.
Berlin has been pushing to allow the sale of vehicles running on synthetic fuels past 2035. Its dispute with the E.U. threatened the bloc’s climate goals.
Investment plans for U.S. battery production have increased since President Biden signed a law that offers generous incentives for electric cars and green energy.
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If it fails or misfires, then it will greatly limit the number of tools to fight climate change or a recession.
Americans can get tax credits to go electric, but only if they have cash upfront. Other countries have programs, too.
One county has a wealth of minerals essential to defense and the green economy. Mining would transform the community, yet many say they feel a patriotic obligation to dig.
Whether you are renovating your home, upgrading appliances or buying an electric car, this guide can help you take advantage of savings from the Inflation Reduction Act.