Nissan to build two electric sedans at its Mississippi plant from 2026
In Florida, InsideEVs reported that Nissan has pledged $500 million to transform its plant in Canton, Mississippi for the production of electric vehicles. The plant…
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Volkswagen launches its first autonomous driving test program in the US
In Texas, Volkswagen Group of America (VWGoA) said it is starting its first autonomous vehicle test program in Austin beginning in July 2023. The company…
Amazon, AES partner on wind farm in Mississippi
In Maryland, Power Energy reported that Amazon recently announced a project that would be the first utility-scale wind farm in Mississippi. The 184.5-MW Delta wind…
Vestas proposes offshore wind farms project in Louisiana
In Louisiana, NOLA.com reported that global renewable energy firm Vestas began negotiations with the Louisiana state government for potential offshore wind farms near the coasts…
Texas researchers work to develop biobased cropping systems
In Texas, AgriLife Today reported that a Texas A&M AgriLife-led team is evaluating biobased feedstock cropping systems with both water and carbon resiliency. The research…
Trade group says DeSantis’ veto of EVs bill cost taxpayers $277 million
In Florida, the Orlando Sentinel reported that Florida state Governor Ron DeSantis’ veto of electric cars bill would cost taxpayers a total of $277 million,…
Another Louisiana parish passes tougher rules for solar farms
In Louisiana, The Advocate reported that Pointe Coupee Parish is placing new zoning restrictions on solar farms. The parish’s moves come after the parish issued…
Tesla reportedly to open showroom in Austin
In Texas, Statesman reported that a former H-E-B in Austin, Texas, could potentially become Tesla showroom, according to city and state filings. A June 12…
Over 200,000 EVs already registered across Texas
In Texas, KXAN reported more than 200,000 electric vehicles are now registered in Texas, according to data compiled by Dallas-Fort Worth Clean Cities. Of total…
Bristow releases its second sustainability report
In India, Inceptive Mind reported that Texas-based company Bristow has released its second sustainability report. The Texan operator claims to be one of the top…