The next phases of the IRA battle could pit GOP-friendly K Street players against House Republicans over the fate of major subsidies.
Why it matters: It highlights how legacy fossil fuel companies and groups have branched into climate tech sectors like hydrogen, offshore wind and carbon capture.
ChargeScape is one way automakers are trying to smooth the transition to electric vehicles by shoring up the nation's power grid and saving drivers money on charging.
Why it matters: As electric vehicle ownership grows, charging risks putting an extra strain on the grid at certain times of the day. Imagine turning that problem around by using EVs to support the grid during peak demand instead.
Tesla's Supercharger network has long been the gold standard for EV charging, but Ionna, a new network backed by eight major automakers, is raising the stakes.
Why it matters: With Ionna, the carmakers' goal is to build a rival charging network that offers faster charging and unique amenities.
EVs are slated to reach one-fourth of global car sales this year despite trade and policy question marks, the International Energy Agency said Wednesday.
Why it matters: The growth in cars — and, to a lesser extent, big trucks and other heavy vehicles — is affecting oil demand, the new report finds.
