As the world undergoes a green transition, we are seeing a rapid rise in demand for metals and minerals, particularly lithium, used for rechargeable batteries. These batteries will be key to the electrification of transportation, as well as for storage in renewable energy operations, to ensure the steady and...
The U.S. has directed huge investments toward solar and wind power projects in a bid to rapidly develop its renewable energy industry. But this is not the only green potential America is setting its sights on, with a surge in interest in geothermal power over the last few years....
The amount of HR support an organization’s workforce receives is defined as HR cost per employee. By determining this cost, companies can evaluate whether spending should increase, decrease, or shift towards investing in additional HR resources.
According to the Gartner HR Budget and Efficiency Benchmark Report, the average HR cost per...
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a delay in the restrictions proposed on CO2 emissions until after the 2024 presidential elections. EPA administrator, Michael Regan, made the decision to delay imposing restrictions until they can be thoroughly reviewed and reconsidered.
While many have called the EPA's proposed restrictions excessive and...
One crisis after another—it seems like Biden can’t catch a break. But what if Biden’s failure to act was just that? An act to ensure his Green New Deal was the only option left on the table when all else failed. We’ll look at global events taking place and...
The future of U.S. energy security will be centered around a broad and varied supply of energy sources. And as the energy industry undergoes rapid modernization, with many companies adopting a wide range of digital technologies, from automated robotic platform equipment to AI and machine learning technologies, this opens...
Congress may have just opened more doors for energy firms looking to develop their green hydrogen sectors by passing a bill that makes renewable energy more attractive. Tax credits for hydrogen production could see the U.S. develop this part of its energy industry, which is currently falling behind Europe...
This week, in a huge turn of events, the United Kingdom said it would be lifting its ban on fracking for shale gas to improve its energy security by increasing production, as Europe faces a major energy crisis. But, for many, this move is a giant step backward in...
In one corner, we have the Whitehouse continuing to vilify oil and gas and praise “green new deal” initiatives. Among these is a push for increased investment in companies and funds which prioritize Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG). In the other corner, we have Texas Governor Abbott’s legislative response to...
Investing in companies that focus on their impact on the environment, on social issues, and on corporate governance (ESG) seems to be the focus of a newer generation of investors. This newer generation seems to care more about how companies are participating in socio-economic and environmental progress, than maximizing...
