Electric battery maker to locate factory in northern WVa
The energy startup SPARKZ said Tuesday it will locate an electric battery factory in northern West Virginia.
Aug 31, 2022
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Rise of renewables: How the Ukraine war has changed global energy policies
UNSW expert Renate Egan explains how countries around the world have reacted to the oil and gas supply chain issues caused by the fallout of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Aug 11, 2022
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French court fines Deliveroo for 'undeclared labour'
A Paris court on Tuesday fined the British meal delivery group Deliveroo after ruling it was guilty of "undeclared labour" for using freelance riders who should have been classified as employees, depriving the state of millions ...
Apr 19, 2022
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The energy turnaround won't happen on its own
The surge in gas and oil prices triggered by Russia's invasion of Ukraine could help speed the energy transition. But high prices won't be enough to ensure it succeeds; smart policies are still needed, writes Florian Egli.
Apr 7, 2022
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Q & A: What does being energy independent really mean?
The rapid rise in gas prices following Russia's invasion of Ukraine has renewed calls for the U.S. to become "energy independent."
Mar 29, 2022
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More than 140,000 Amazon drivers to be repaid nearly $60 million in alleged withheld tips
Over 140,000 Amazon drivers are being repaid nearly $60 million in tips that the company allegedly withheld from them, the Federal Trade Commission announced Tuesday.
Nov 3, 2021
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Europe's islands are leading the charge in the clean energy transition
Islands face exorbitant electricity costs when importing fossil fuels and are also among the most vulnerable regions to rising sea levels, drought and flooding. Innovative teamwork is putting them on the fast track to 100% ...
Oct 12, 2021
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California 'gig worker' ballot ruled unconstitutional
A California voter-approved referendum that lets many "gig workers" be treated as independent contractors was ruled unconstitutional on Friday, setting up more legal fights over the controversial measure.
Aug 21, 2021
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Uber pays $3.4M for Seattle gig worker leave law mistakes
Uber has agreed to pay more than $3.4 million to 15,000 drivers after making mistakes related to Seattle's pioneering paid sick leave law covering gig workers.
Jun 24, 2021
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Uber agrees world-first union deal for UK drivers
US ride-hailing giant Uber announced Wednesday a "historic" pact with a British trade union to represent its 70,000 drivers in the UK, after a court ruling granted them workers' rights.
May 26, 2021
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