Mitch Landrieu, Biden’s Infrastructure Coordinator, Steps Down
Mr. Landrieu oversaw infrastructure spending and championed public works projects across the country. The White House gave no explanation for his departure.
Morning in America
President Biden has reinvigo of the government’s role as the nation’s most important investor
Renewable Electricity Infrastructure and Resources Dashboard
(Fri, 05 Jan 2024) We have created a new dashboard of renewable electric energy in our U.S. Energy Atlas. This dashboard will consolidate the previous Biomass, Geothermal, Hydroelectric, Wind, and Solar maps into one new product that includes a map as well as charts and tables. This new tool provides stakeholders the ability to make selections and filter by state or renewable source.
In Europe, a Rail Renaissance is Underway
Amid concerns about climate change, demand for rail service is strong, and both governments and private investors are trying to keep up. Even Eurostar may see competition on its London-Paris route.
Britain’s Economy Is ‘Not Working.’ Here Are 2 Key Reasons.
The power grid can’t keep up with demand for connections, and local planning authorities can block new construction for years. Overcoming these roadblocks has gained essential support.
Indian Stocks Are Booming. Why Is Long-Term Investment Lagging?
Long-term investment in India by businesses is stagnant, and foreign money is falling, even as the government is driving growth with infrastructure spending.
California Pushes Electric Trucks as the Future of Freight
A mainstay of cargo transport will be phased out at ports as California bans new registrations of carbon-fuel trucks in favor of nonpolluting ones.
Soy el alcalde de la Ciudad de Gaza y solo veo devastación
La devastación de sus símbolos icónicos, el paseo marítimo, sus bibliotecas y archivos me parte el corazón.
I Am Gaza City’s Mayor. Our Lives and Culture Are in Rubble.
Gaza City’s mayor laments the destruction of his city and its cultural institutions.
Slow Rollout of Electric Vehicle Charging Network Could Hinder E.V. Adoption
Lawmakers approved $5 billion for states to build a network of fast chargers two years ago. Although some states have made progress in recent weeks, most have not yet awarded contracts or started construction.