Green energy realities threaten Asia’s tech dreams

It was just before dawn on a sweltering Taipei morning, and Pegatron Chairman T H Tung was still hunched over his desk analyzing energy portfolios, carbon emissions, government policies and decades of energy-related data from several countries. It was just one of many sleepless nights Tung had spent in recent months as he tackled a

Green card application officially opens: Requirements and eligibility for 2026 diversity visa lottery

The U.S. Department of State has officially opened applications for the 2026 Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery, which will run from October 2, 2024, to November 5, 2024Up to 55,000 Diversity Visas (DVs) will be available to immigrants from countries with historically low immigration rates to the U.SApplicants must either have a high school education or

Electricity Minister explores partnership with Siemens Energy for emissions reduction

Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mahmoud Esmat met with Siemens Energy Managing Director for Africa, Dietmar Siersdorfer, and Managing Director Ashraf Hamasa, along with their delegation. The meeting focused on advancing energy generation through innovative technologies to address energy transition challenges and opportunities. Key discussions included expanding renewable energy and green hydrogen projects to

Mexican Peso slips on geopolitical risks and US Dollar strength

Mexican Peso snaps two days of gains and falls on Israel/Iran hostilities. Banxico’s September poll revised USD/MXN exchange rate expectations upward, while inflation projections were lowered. Traders await September’s Nonfarm Payrolls data, with strong results likely boosting the Greenback and further impacting the Peso. The Mexican Peso registers losses in early trading against the Greenback

Europe’s 30-year cities movement calls to step up the speed for a green transition

The 10th European Conference on Sustainable Cities and Towns (ESCT) sets the stage for stronger cooperation between the EU, national and local level to fast track Europe’s transition to climate neutrality. As the new European Commission takes shape, mayors, and representatives from across Europe gathered in Aalborg to mark a pivotal moment in the 30-year

Reliance Group, Druk Holding ink deal for renewable energy projects in Bhutan

MUMBAI: Anil Ambani’s Reliance Group has partnered with Druk Holding and Investments (DHI), the commercial arm of the Royal Govt of Bhutan , to develop solar and hydropower projects in the country. As part of the deal, Reliance Group has established a new entity, Reliance Enterprises, to focus on green energy investments in Bhutan. Reliance

Officials to speed up smart green transport projects

The Transport and Logistics Bureau said on Thursday that it is streamlining procedures to expedite three smart green public transport system projects, possibly shortening the tendering process by 12 months. On its social media page, the bureau said it is exploring possibilities to compress the timeline for planning, design and construction for projects in East

Auditor-General urges changes after Green Shed procurement

Limited communication during a tender process that sparked widespread community outrage has prompted the ACT Auditor-General to recommend improvements. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading All articles from our website & app The digital version of Today’s Paper Breaking news alerts direct to your inbox Interactive Crosswords, Sudoku and Trivia All

The Mercedes-AMG One Just Lapped The Nürburgring Faster Than… Itself

Another day, another Nürburgring lap record broken. This one’s significant though, because it’s the bragging rights for the fastest production car outright. Not the fastest saloon, not the fastest EV, not the fastest plug-in hybrid diesel crossover hatchback with a St. Bernard on board, just the fastest thing with number plates. That honour goes to

Here’s Your Chance To Own An Ultra-Rare Honda NSX-R

At this point, the reputation of the original Honda NSX has been so firmly established and repeated that it’s barely worth going over again. Ayrton Senna, fighter-jet-inspired cockpit, the everyday supercar, VTEC, made Ferrari sit up and take notice, etc., etc. That said, we’ll never turn down the opportunity to talk about them. Especially if