Technology
Microsoft: ‘carbon negative’ by 2030 even for supply chain
The tech firm is currently responsible for about 16 million tonnes of emissions per year, including data centres making of electronics components for its devices
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Tesla to build factory in Germany after subsidies announced
Tesla CEO Elon Musk tweeted the new plant “will build batteries, powertrains & vehicles, starting with Model Y”
Nuclear industry accounts for 76,000 jobs across Canada
Canada’s nuclear industry is growing in size due to the refurbishment of Ontario’s reactors, says Canadian Nuclear Association
Walmart, Tesla settle lawsuit over fiery solar panels
Both sides have resolved issues raised by Walmart in the case
German court opens hearings on consumer suit against VW
Proceedings are meant to establish only whether the company acted illegally. If so, customers would have to seek compensation in separate proceedings
EDC invests $10M into manufacturer of ground-breaking wastewater treatment technology
APG-Neuros will use the investment to update its innovative high-efficiency turbo blower technology
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Tesla heads down new road with car insurance in California
Elon Musk believes Tesla has learned so much about its cars that it will be able to offer rates 20% to 30% below those offered by traditional insurers
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Volvo’s Polestar manufacturing facility opens in Chengdu, China
The Polestar 1, a two-door, gasoline-electric hybrid coupe that is manufactured in the western city of Chengdu, will be available in the U.S. next year
Watch the Bird e-Scooters: micro-mobility flock enters Canada
Fleet of environmentally friendly scooters and other commuter solutions come to Canada
Researchers: bitcoin’s carbon footprint equal to Las Vegas
Researchers say findings should prompt policymakers to consider regulating bitcoin so it uses mainly low-carbon, renewable energy
