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The manufacturing outlook for 2026
Investment is rising in domestic production, automation, M&A and more. At the same time, manufacturers are navigating a complex environment due to trade policies and changing regulations.
By Manufacturing Dive Staff • Jan. 30, 2026 -
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US solar manufacturing momentum affected by shifting tax credits
The United States can now produce every major component of the solar and storage supply chain, with multiple facilities opening recently. Yet conflicting political priorities and federal policies are creating headwinds for the sector.
By Michelle No • Updated Jan. 26, 2026 -
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TrendlineRenewable Energy Manufacturing Trends and Demands
Renewable energy manufacturers face a complex policy landscape, but demand remains strong for solar and electrification solutions.
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ChemSec issues low grades to US chemical manufacturers
Minnesota-based Ecolab scored the highest for its plans to phase out PFAS use by the end of 2026. Chemours placed last with zero points.
By Sara Samora • Jan. 13, 2026 -
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State PFAS laws and regulations taking effect in 2026
States such as Colorado and Maine have banned more products, while states such as Minnesota and New Mexico will require manufacturers to submit reports detailing their use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
By Sara Samora • Jan. 7, 2026 -
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Federal bill aims to reclassify chemical recycling as a manufacturing process
Supporters say the Recycling Technology Innovation Act, backed by ACC, would streamline permitting and strengthen domestic supply chains for recycled plastic. But critics say reclassification could erode Clean Air Act protections.
By Megan Quinn • Jan. 6, 2026 -
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Honda buying LG Energy Solution’s stake in Ohio EV battery plant for $2.85B
The transaction includes the building and infrastructure assets related to the battery joint venture, but excludes the land and equipment.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 6, 2026 -
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By the numbers: 2025 manufacturing trends
Reflect on the year through key data points about tariffs, domestic investments, M&A, the manufacturing workforce, federal policy, AI and more.
By Nathan Owens , Sara Samora , Cole Rosengren • Dec. 23, 2025 -
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Ford scraps EV plans, shifts to hybrids, EREVs and low-cost models
The automaker will focus its North American EV development on a new family of smaller, highly efficient and less expensive models.
By Eric Walz • Dec. 16, 2025 -
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Foxconn and Anthro Energy among latest companies to invest in US facilities
Beverage maker Swire Coca-Cola and tractor firm Bad Boy Mowers are also investing in manufacturing facilities to expand domestic production.
By Nathan Owens • Dec. 15, 2025 -
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Deere targets big sales goals as Trump pushes for lower equipment prices
The tractor maker’s Smart Industrial strategy is positioned to help fuel growth and shareholder value over the next five years.
By Nathan Owens • Dec. 10, 2025 -
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Robots, virtualization and grid risks are top of mind for executives
As data centers and robotics come online, the electrical grid is becoming a growing risk for the tech industry, experts said at IFS’ Industrial X Unleashed event in New York City.
By Nathan Owens • Dec. 9, 2025 -
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Minnesota updates, adopts PFAS reporting rule
The state’s pollution control agency has modified the regulation in response to an administrative law judge’s critiques. The MPCA has also soft-launched a reporting system that will open to all manufacturers in January 2026.
By Sara Samora • Dec. 9, 2025 -
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CARB issues enforcement advisory on SB 261 following appeals court decision
The California Air Resources Board issued guidance on a law seeking climate-related financial risk disclosures following a federal appeals court's halt to its implementation last month.
By Zoya Mirza • Dec. 3, 2025 -
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Personal Care Products Council launches anti-counterfeit campaign ahead of Black Friday
The trade group said the fake products cost jobs, harm the U.S. economy and undermine the $2.7 billion investment in scientific research and innovation.
By Sara Samora • Nov. 25, 2025 -
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Verallia, Penn State envision low-carbon future for glass
In addition to being lower carbon than conventional soda lime silicate glass, the LionGlass material invented at Penn State is more resistant to cracks. The early-stage partnership with Verallia could result in a prototype in about a year.
By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 20, 2025 -
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Federal appeals court halts implementation of California’s climate law SB 261
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has paused enforcement of legislation requiring large businesses operating in the state to publicly disclose their climate-related financial risks.
By Zoya Mirza • Nov. 19, 2025 -
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Toyota investing $912M to build more hybrids in the US
The investments include $125 million in Mississippi to assemble the new hybrid-electric Corolla, which will be the first electrified Corolla model built in the United States.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 19, 2025 -
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How GE Appliances is using new tech to fuel a ‘zero distance’ supply chain
The appliance maker is leaning heavily on automation and other tools as it continues to expand its U.S.-based manufacturing footprint.
By Phil Neuffer • Nov. 14, 2025 -
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Continued government shutdown could threaten key waste, manufacturing projects
Industry groups say the situation has put critical EPA recycling, waste and manufacturing priorities in limbo, along with federal jobs. But the EPA says there’s “zero uncertainty” on such programs.
By Megan Quinn • Nov. 7, 2025 -
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IRA was hobbled by slow deployment, Biden staffers say in new report
The report suggests how a future administration committed to clean energy deployment could overcome the hurdles the Biden administration faced.
By Diana DiGangi • Nov. 5, 2025 -
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Renewable energy manufacturers hit by $24B in project cancellations this year
Companies involved in electric vehicles, solar, wind, batteries and other technologies have been affected by a slew of federal grant and funding cuts.
By Sakshi Udavant • Nov. 4, 2025 -
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GM cutting thousands of jobs at its EV, battery plants
The automaker cites cooling electric vehicle demand for its decision to scale back production, laying off more than 3,400 people in the process.
By Larry Avila • Oct. 31, 2025 -
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US has onshored full solar supply chain: SEIA
With Corning’s Michigan silicon ingot and wafer factory online, the U.S. can now produce all major components.
By Diana DiGangi • Oct. 30, 2025 -
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Sustainable startup Electra inks deals with Meta, others to scale low-carbon iron
Electra’s new demo site will produce up to 500 tons of low-carbon iron annually and its first environmental attribute credits will be purchased by the social media and tech giant.
By Lamar Johnson • Oct. 23, 2025 -
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Breweries invest in heat pumps to decarbonize, cut costs
New Belgium Brewery, Diageo and other beverage manufacturers are pursuing electrification technologies from AtmosZero and Skyven to reduce emissions and improve downtime risks.
By Hollie Stephens • Oct. 22, 2025
