Sustainability: Page 8

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    Apple commits to 100% recycled cobalt in batteries by 2025

    The company is taking steps to create more responsible mineral supply chains as it aims for carbon neutrality by 2030.

    By • April 17, 2023
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    Automation everywhere is key to manufacturing scalability

    Automating manufacturing processes is a crucial goal of many digital transformation projects. 

    April 17, 2023
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    Toyota teams with Alabama utility on $49M solar project

    The project will advance the automaker's plans to transition to carbon-neutral operations by 2035.

    By • April 14, 2023
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    By the numbers: Biden’s budget priorities for manufacturing

    The president's proposal includes tackling “forever chemicals” and boosting CHIPS Act funding.

    By • April 5, 2023
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    4 essential lessons for manufacturers to achieve net zero decarbonization

    Access the expertise needed to reach your Scope 1, 2 and 3 targets, as featured in ENGIE Impact’s Manufacturing Decarbonization Guidebook.

    By Jason Bell, Director, Sustainability Solutions, ENGIE Impact • April 3, 2023
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    Cirba Solutions plans South Carolina processing facility

    The $300 million recycling and processing facility is expected to be operational by the end of 2024.

    By • March 30, 2023
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    Freyr eyes coalition with Caterpillar, Siemens and others to scale green battery production

    The potential coalition led by the Norway-based company is focused on decarbonizing the battery supply chain.

    By Patrick Cooley • March 30, 2023
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    LG Energy Solution to invest $5.5B in Arizona battery complex

    This is the company’s second investment in the state as it looks to capitalize on the U.S.’s burgeoning EV market.

    By • March 27, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    To spur Biden’s ‘EV revolution,’ carmakers await IRS guidance on Inflation Reduction Act

    The law’s EV ecosystem rules need clarity for charger builders, global supply chain providers and customers, analysts said.

    By Herman K. Trabish • March 24, 2023
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    Facility fires prompt renewed look at battery recycling efforts

    The U.S. and Canada experienced a reported record number of waste and recycling facility fires last year, as safety concerns around lithium-ion batteries grow.

    By Megan Quinn • March 23, 2023
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    Albemarle to invest $1.3B in South Carolina lithium processing facility

    The location will bring the company closer to its customers as the supply chain is built out in North America, said CEO Kent Masters.

    By • March 23, 2023
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    Energy Department to fund projects that lower cost of wind energy production

    The $30 million is meant for projects that improve lightweight composite materials and additive manufacturing for wind turbine components.

    By • March 17, 2023
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    Solar developer to invest over $600M toward Ohio manufacturing plant

    Invenergy’s EVP of global sourcing said a strong domestic supply chain is important to meet the growing demand for affordable solar power.

    By • March 17, 2023
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    ABTC looks to scale capacity with new factory purchase

    The moves will help American Battery Technology Company meet demand for its recycled battery materials.

    By • March 15, 2023
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    Arizona county approves first solar-powered cobalt facility in US

    The facility in Yuma County will provide battery-grade cobalt sulfate for EVs and also serve as a clean energy source locally.

    By • March 10, 2023
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    Energy Department offers $6B to decarbonize industrial manufacturing

    Grants will be awarded to projects in high-polluting sectors such as iron and steel, chemicals and refining and food and beverage. 

    By • March 9, 2023
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    Constellation Energy starts nuclear-powered hydrogen production at Nine Mile Point

    The nuclear-powered hydrogen demonstration is the last to launch of three projects announced by the DOE in November.

    By Diana DiGangi • March 8, 2023
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    Siemens Gamesa plans New York offshore wind turbine parts facility

    The proposed plant is part of the company’s plan to scale its East Coast supply chain. The company is one of six manufacturers to submit bids to New York state for such projects.

    By • March 6, 2023
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    Honda signs deal with Ascend Elements for recycled battery materials

    The deal comes as both EV and battery makers look to secure critical materials as they become increasingly scarce.

    By • March 1, 2023
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    CHIPS Act funding to open as US plans semiconductor manufacturing clusters

    Approximately $39 billion will be made available to chipmakers willing to build sites in the U.S., with more money set to come.

    By • Feb. 24, 2023
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    Applied Materials prioritizes R&D, manufacturing expansion

    The semiconductor manufacturer is investing millions of dollars to grow production and development capabilities, including in California and Texas.

    By • Feb. 23, 2023
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    Battery recycler taps former Redwood Materials executive to lead footprint expansion

    Troy Thennis joins Cirba Solutions as it seeks to add more processing facilities to meet rising demand for raw battery materials. 

    By • Feb. 23, 2023
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    Vehicle manufacturer to expand Michigan production for delivery EVs

    Shyft Group will spend $16 million to upgrade and expand its facilities as it aims to produce up to 3,000 EVs per year.

    By • Feb. 22, 2023
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    Manufacturing and Climate Change

    How to protect manufacturing workers from the heat

    Temperatures are rising around the world and in factories. What do manufacturers need to know to keep employees safe?

    By • Feb. 21, 2023
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    Energy Department offers battery material maker $2B loan to up production

    The money will help Redwood Materials expand material production capacity to power 1 million EVs annually.

    By • Feb. 10, 2023