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EU dairy industry prepares for cooperation as China launches anti-subsidy probe
The probe, which could significantly impact the global dairy industry, follows a formal complaint by the Dairy Association of China and the China Dairy Industry Association. These domestic groups allege that EU subsidies create unfair competition by enabling lower-priced EU dairy products to flood the Chinese market.The investigation will examine 20 EU subsidy programs, many
NASA Explores Industry, Partner Interest in Using VIPER Moon Rover
As part of its commitment to a robust, sustainable lunar exploration program for the benefit of all, NASA issued a Request for Information Friday to seek interest from American companies and institutions in conducting a mission using the agency’s VIPER Moon rover.VIPER, short for Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover, was designed to map the location
Space industry considers implications of Harris as presidential candidate
LAS VEGAS — The sudden ascendance of Vice President Kamala Harris as the presumptive Democratic nominee for president will likely have at least a modest impact on space policy, including a potential choice of her running mate. President Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw from the presidential race July 21 and his endorsement of Harris to
Does the plastics industry support waste pickers? It’s complicated.
Around the world, an estimated 20 million people make a living by collecting discarded plastic, aluminum, and other refuse from dumpsites and landfills and selling it to recyclers. They’re called “waste pickers,” and though their work is essential — they round up nearly 60 percent of all the postconsumer plastic waste that gets collected for
EV Industry seeks incentives, funds from Budget
As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman gears up for the Union Budget 2024-25 on July 23, the electric vehicle (EV) sector is optimistic about potential announcements that could spur industry growth.The EV sector is at a critical juncture, with every player striving to capture market share.The industry anticipates that the government will introduce FAME-3, allocate funds
Chinese PV Industry Brief: Polysilicon prices continue to fall
The China Nonferrous Metals Industry Association (CNMIA) says that the average price of n-type polysilicon fell by 5% to 6% this week. May 17, 2024 Vincent ShawImage: pv magazineThe CNMIA said in its latest market update that polysilicon prices continued their downward trend this week. The average price of n-type rod silicon stands at CNY
Ever since federal penalties totaling $1.5 million were imposed earlier this year on 13 meat plants contracting in eight states with Packers Sanitation Services Inc. for employing children in critical food safety jobs, the story has not gone away. Child labor restrictions typically fall under federal or state Labor Departments. Still, there’s now been confirmation
Launch industry asks Congress for regulatory reforms
WASHINGTON — Industry officials used a Senate hearing to request reforms to the Federal Aviation Administration’s launch licensing process, warning of dire commercial and geopolitical implications if changes aren’t made. Witnesses at a hearing by the Senate Commerce Committee’s space subcommittee Oct. 18 argued that the strong growth the industry has seen in the last
Industry needs Treasury guidance on Inflation Reduction Act’s EV sourcing rules, executives say
Skip to main content Automakers, suppliers and dealers need guidance on what vehicles will be eligible under the law's "foreign entity of concern" provision, executives said. September 12, 2023 04:04 PM KPT IMAGES Automotive News staff reporter Audrey LaForest moderates a panel on making sense of the Inflation Reduction Act. Joining her on the stage
Construction Industry Adds 19,000 Jobs in July
Approximately 19,000 jobs were added to the construction industry in July, according to analysis of recently released federal data by both the Associated General Contractors of America and the Associated Builders and Contractors.On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has expanded by 198,000 jobs, an increase of 2.5%. “The construction industry continues to add workers at a steady clip as demand