An economic sociologist discusses the growing heat dangers facing last-mile delivery drivers, and why federal protections remain stalled.
The Cost of Pulling Back from China in the EV Transition
John Helveston of George Washington University discusses why a U.S. pullback from China on EVs is risky, and why engagement could strengthen America’s auto industry.
The CO2 Transportation Challenge
A national network of CO2 and biomass transportation infrastructure, spanning pipelines to rail routes, will be needed to support the permanent removal of atmospheric CO2. Can the network be economically built?
Electric Vehicle Market Hits Its Tipping Point
If the high stakes and recent, almost universal rush by manufacturers to bring fleets of wholly practical EVs to market is a meaningful indicator, we’re fast approaching the EV tipping point.
Can The Airline Industry Survive Climate Change?
The air industry’s climate problem hasn’t escaped public attention.
Airlines Struggle to Rise to Climate Challenge
The airline industry has a plan to limit its carbon footprint. Will it deliver?
Will China’s EV Leadership Bring Global Automotive Dominance?
Any future Chinese EV hegemony assumes that global auto incumbents have been asleep at the wheel.
China’s EV Juggernaut
China is aggressively expanding its electric vehicle industry, with the aim of becoming a leader in the global automotive market.
The Promise And Peril Of Self-Driving Trucks
Self-driving technology promises to revitalize the trucking industry. But increased energy demand and air pollution are possible downsides.