Environment

Hurricane Helene recovery could cost $34 billion. Here’s who might pay

An aerial picture taken on September 28, 2024, shows storm damage in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Valdosta, Georgia.…

Helene quartz mine damage threatens semiconductor chip industry

Virtually all of the world’s supply of a mineral that is critical to semiconductor production comes from one tiny town…

South Dakota opts out of Inflation Reduction Act energy rebates

Owngarden | Moment | Getty Images A handful of states have rolled out rebates to consumers who make their homes…

States forge ahead with Inflation Reduction Act energy rebates — so far, South Dakota is the only one to opt out

A handful of states have rolled out rebates to consumers who make their homes more energy-efficient, just months after New…

Take a look inside a $1.1 million ‘zero emissions’ home

Real estate is a key puzzle piece in achieving the U.S.’ climate goals, according to federal officials. Residential and commercial…

China hits Canada with anti-dumping probe on canola imports, Ottawa deeply concerned

China said on Tuesday it planned to start an anti-dumping investigation into canola imports from Canada, after Ottawa moved to impose tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, lifting prices of domestic rapeseed oil futures…

How EVs and gasoline cars compare on total cost — where you live can make a huge difference

Electric vehicles may save consumers money over the long term relative to traditional gasoline-powered cars. While EVs still tend to…

Musk embraces Trump and scorns subsidies. But Tesla still lobbies for US benefits

When Elon Musk endorsed Donald Trump for president last month, the Tesla founder and chief executive backed a candidate who…

Climate change is gentrifying neighborhoods. In Miami, residents fear high prices — and a lost soul

MIAMI — Nicole Crooks stood in the plaza of the historic Lyric Theater, a royal blue hat shielding her from…

‘Loophole’ may get you a $7,500 tax credit for leasing an EV, auto analysts say

Buying a new electric vehicle isn’t the only way consumers can access a $7,500 federal EV tax credit. They may…