Policy and Affairs
Policy and Affairs
U.S. diesel export ban puts Europe at risk as Trump targets fuel prices
Europe faces a new energy supply threat as President Donald Trump considers restricting U.S. diesel exports, a move aimed at lowering domestic fuel prices that could further…
Erminia Voccia•6 October 2026
Environmental policies
Trump-Xi summit: China’s rare earth export…
Washington and Beijing have extended their trade truce through January 2027, preserving…
Erminia Voccia•25 September 2026
Environmental policies
Brazil ties data center tax incentives…
Brazil is linking tax breaks for data centers to strict renewable energy,…
Stefania Del Bianco•10 September 2026
Policy and Affairs
Trump secures 15% tariff deal. Von der Leyen: “The best we could…
The US and EU finalize a 15% tariff agreement, covering key sectors including autos, energy, and…
Paolo Travisi•28 July 2025
Policy and Affairs
Tariffs, EU negotiates for 15%. Brussels calls for “negotiated solution”
The EU is seeking a negotiated solution with Washington before 30% tariffs take effect. But only…
Editorial Team•25 July 2025
Policy and Affairs
U.S.-Japan tariff deal: Trump secures 15% duties in exchange for rice and…
The U.S. and Japan reach a $550B trade deal with reduced tariffs. Trump hails it as…
Paolo Travisi•24 July 2025
Environmental policies
Tariffs: EU seeks deal with Trump as U.S. letter sets deadline
The EU aims to avoid tariffs with a Trump deal, as tensions with China rise and…
Editorial Team•9 July 2025
Environmental policies
U.S. tariffs, tense hours for Europe as deadline looms
U.S. tariffs raise concern in Europe as the August 1 deadline nears, with economic risks and…
Editorial Team•8 July 2025
Policy and Affairs
EPA suspends 139 employees over letter criticizing Trump’s environmental agenda
The letter, addressed to EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, contains harsh criticism of the agency's political leadership.
Editorial Team•7 July 2025
Policy and Affairs
USA and China reach a deal to ease rare-earth export restrictions
Beijing appears to have confirmed a formal agreement with Washington on the export of critical minerals…
Editorial Team•30 June 2025
Environmental policies
Trump moves to dismantle forest protection rule, risking 58 million acres
For now, nearly 4.2 million acres of forestland in Colorado may remain protected despite Trump’s announcement.
Editorial Team•27 June 2025
Environmental policies
What we know about the nuclear contamination risk in Iran
The nuclear contamination risk in Iran grows as 60% of uranium stockpiles remain hidden and targeted…
Editorial Team•25 June 2025
Policy and Affairs
EU Commission ready to pull back on Green Claims Directive
The EU may withdraw the Green Claims Directive due to political pressure, stalling efforts to fight…
Editorial Team•23 June 2025
Policy and Affairs
G7 Summit in Canada, the wildfire charter omits global warming
While world leaders were gathered in the scenic mountains of Kananaskis, an estimated 225 wildfires were…
Editorial Team•20 June 2025
Policy and Affairs
EU unveils plan to end Russian gas imports by 2027
The EU begins the phase-out of Russian gas with a full import ban by 2027 targeting…
Editorial Team•19 June 2025
Environmental policies
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