Climate Records Shattered Globally as El Niño and Reduction in Aerosols Contribute to Extreme Heat
Recent climate records have been broken worldwide, with July 4 becoming the hottest global average day on record.
Food Delivery Platforms Sue New York City Over Minimum Pay Rules for Workers
Uber Eats, DoorDash, Grubhub, and Relay Delivery have filed lawsuits against New York City to block the implementation of new minimum pay rules for food delivery workers.
Labor Strikes at Canadian West Coast Ports Lead to Diversion of Containerships to Seattle
Two containerships originally bound for the Port of Vancouver have been redirected to the Port of Seattle as labor strikes at West Coast ports in Canada continue for the sixth day.
U.S. Electric Vehicle Sales Growth Slows as Dealer Inventory Increases
The growth of electric vehicle sales in the U.S. has started to taper off as dealer lots become filled with unsold battery-powered models.
Oceanworks Uses Blockchain to Authenticate Recycled Plastic, but Is It Sustainable?
Oceanworks, a global marketplace for recycled plastic, leverages blockchain technology to verify the origin of products and track them through the supply chain.
Attorneys General Challenge Biden's Truck Ban and California's Climate Agenda
A group of 19 state attorneys general, including Iowa, are taking legal action against President Biden and California's truck emissions standards, arguing that the trucking industry is being unfairly targeted and that the regulations are unconstitutional.
Henry Ford Health Leverages Data to Control Supply Expenses
Detroit-based non-profit Henry Ford Health has successfully reduced its supply expenses, despite ongoing inflation concerns for hospitals.
Biden Vows to Bring Full Battery Supply Chain Home and Boost U.S. Manufacturing
During a visit to South Carolina, President Biden emphasized the need to bring critical manufacturing processes, such as semiconductor production and battery supply chains, back to the United States to compete with China.
Enphase Begins U.S. Manufacturing of Solar Microinverters in South Carolina
Enphase, a leading solar microinverter company, has commenced production of its IQ8 microinverter at a factory in West Columbia, South Carolina.
Volkswagen to Test Self-Driving Electric Vans in Austin, Texas, and Expand Testing to More US Cities
Volkswagen has announced plans to test self-driving electric vehicles in Austin, Texas, starting later this month.
Truck Manufacturers Commit to Cease Sales of Gas-Powered Vehicles in California, Promoting Zero-Emission Trucks and Cleaner Air
Major truck manufacturers have made a commitment to cease the sale of new gas-powered vehicles in California by the mid-2030s.
Wages for Part-Time Employees Cause Stalemate in UPS-Teamsters Contract Negotiations
The ongoing contract negotiations between UPS and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters have reached an impasse primarily due to differing proposals regarding part-time employee wages.
US CEP Market Experiences Shifts in Demand, Pricing Power, and Competition
The US Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) market has seen a decline in demand and a shift in consumer spending patterns, leading to decreased package deliveries.
BP Invests in Innovative Fuel for Ships Made from Everyday Garbage
BP Ventures Invests $10 Million in WasteFuel, a California-based startup that converts uneaten food and other waste into low-emission fuel.
Driver-Facing Cameras and the Concerns of Invasion of Privacy in the Trucking Industry
In this article, the author strongly opposes driver-facing cameras (DFCs) in trucks, arguing that they are an invasion of privacy.
Toyota's Technological Breakthrough Aims to Halve Battery Weight, Size, and Cost, Potentially Transforming Electric Vehicles
Toyota has announced a significant breakthrough in battery technology that could revolutionize the electric vehicle (EV) industry.
How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing Food and Beverage Manufacturing
In recent years, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized various industries, and now it is making its mark on the food and beverage manufacturing sector.
Third-Party Cyber Risk is a Growing Concern for Organizations
The reliance on third-party providers poses significant cyber risks for organizations, with a majority (57%) experiencing breaches or attacks through these relationships.
The Role of Aerodynamics in Extending Range for Class 8 Electric Vehicles
Improving the aerodynamics of electric Class 8 trucks is crucial for extending their range and overcoming range anxiety, a major obstacle in their widespread adoption.
The Economic and Social Implications of the Radical Embrace of Electric Vehicles
The radical embrace of electric vehicles (EVs) and the ban on traditional cars may have unintended consequences for the economy and affordability of transportation.
