Wind and solar PV deliver two-thirds of new electricity generating capacity in the U.S., as cost of clean tech falls across the board.
Electricity companies that take initiative now can position themselves for a bright future in tomorrow’s clean energy economy
USA TODAY |
Asian stocks meander as Samsung plunges, oil falls back
USA TODAY TOKYO – Asian shares meandered on Tuesday, as South Korea's benchmark dropped after reports of fresh problems with Samsung's Galaxy Note 7 phone. KEEPING SCORE: Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 rose 0.9 percent to 17,018.88. Tokyo markets were … Asian stocks mostly up amid reports on Samsung, oil supplyChicago Tribune South Korea Market May Extend Monday's GainsRTT News Asia stocks post modest gainsHong Kong Standard (press release) |
Reuters |
Singapore shuts Falcon bank unit, fines DBS and UBS over 1MDB
Reuters The logo of the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is pictured at its building in Singapore in this February 21, 2013 file photo. REUTERS/Edgar Su/Files. 2/2. left. right. An empty reception area at Falcon Private Bank office in Singapore October 11 … Singapore Closes Falcon Private Bank for Malaysian Fund LinkNew York Times Singapore orders bank closure and fines over 1MDB linksBBC News Malaysia 1MDB Investigation: Singapore's Central Bank Orders Falcon Bank To Close Operations, Fines DBS And UBSInternational Business Times Wall Street Journal –Bloomberg –The Local Switzerland –The Fiscal Times all 52 news articles » |
Los Angeles Times |
Chicken giant Tyson Foods buys a stake in vegan start-up Beyond Meat
Los Angeles Times Beyond Meat sells plant protein that “looks, feels, tastes and acts like chicken without the cluck,” as the product packaging reads. That was good enough for chicken giant Tyson Foods Inc., which acquired a 5% stake in the El Segundo-based vegan start … Largest US meat processor invests in veggie burgers that 'bleed'The Verge Tyson Foods Invests in Startup Beyond MeatWall Street Journal Beyond Meat and Tyson Foods Announce Investment AgreementGlobeNewswire (press release) Fortune –New York Times –Business Insider –Bloomberg all 60 news articles » |
St. George Daily Spectrum |
Things to know as Nevada lawmakers vet Vegas stadium deal
St. George Daily Spectrum CARSON CITY, Nev. – Nevada lawmakers convened Monday to consider raising taxes in the Las Vegas area to help fund a $1.9 billion football stadium, a $1.4 billion convention center expansion and more police officers to protect the additional tourists. Things to know as Nevada lawmakers vet Vegas stadium deal (Oct 9, 2016)FOXSports.com |
New York Times |
Buffett Calls Trump's Bluff and Releases His Tax Data
New York Times Warren E. Buffett, the chief of Berkshire Hathaway, said in a letter released on Monday, “I have paid federal income tax every year since 1944.” Credit Charlie Riedel/Associated Press. Warren E. Buffett is not running for president. But on Monday, Mr … Buffett responds to Trump on tax return claimsWashington Post Buffett Parries Trump by Releasing Some Tax InformationWall Street Journal UPDATE 1-Buffett hits back at Trump over tax commentsBusiness Insider The Hill –BBC News –New York Daily News –Chicago Tribune all 108 news articles » |
Technologies that connect and automate our daily lives can bring mobility and convenience, but they can also drive up energy use and emissions. The head of the Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy will share his vision for how we can break down market and organizational barriers to ensure that connected and automated cars, infrastructure, and technology solutions deliver on their promised benefits while playing a critical role in building a low-carbon economy.
Increasingly, a variety of technologies is transforming the world of food, from robotics in restaurant kitchens, to e-labeling for food storage, to wearable technologies for food inspectors. Technologies are helping us reduce food was te and lower impacts at every step of the food chain. This conversation with one of the country’s most dynamic well-respected food experts will include insights and examples on how to accelerate our transition to sustainable food systems.
Los Angeles Times |
US stocks close up, lifted by oil prices and Apple
Los Angeles Times U.S. stocks rose Monday as crude oil jumped to its highest price in more than a year and energy companies climbed with it. Investors also reacted to the latest twists in the presidential race. Apple reached its highest price of the year and led tech … US stocks rise as energy companies and Apple move higherWashington Post Stocks rise, along with crude oilThe Boston Globe Stocks close solidly higherKWTX The West Australian –Newser –Channel NewsAsia –The Star Online all 32 news articles » |