US floats new steel, aluminum tariffs based on carbon emissions

Countries with emissions exceeding the standards would pay higher tariffs when exporting metals to countries with lower emissions.

Reuters | December 7, 2022 | 6:09 pm

US risks stoking inflation if carbon-linked tariffs hit China

China’s steel and aluminum exports are under attack once again, as the US and European Union weigh new tariffs linked to carbon emissions.

Bloomberg News | December 6, 2022 | 10:28 am

Glencore says this time is different for coming copper shortage

Glencore shares fell as much as 3.5% on Tuesday after 2023 production guidance across all the commodities missed consensus estimates.

Staff Writer | December 6, 2022 | 7:34 am

Researchers call for an integrated mineral supply agreement between nations

The goal of a mineral supply agreement is that countries that have limited access to the raw materials needed to transition to a green economy are not left behind.

Staff Writer | December 6, 2022 | 7:03 am

US, EU weigh climate-based tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum

The move would mark a novel approach, as the US and EU would seek to use tariffs -- usually employed in trade disputes -- to further their climate agenda.

Bloomberg News | December 5, 2022 | 2:43 pm

Wyoming Innovation Center receives ‘Overcoming Adversity’ award

The center is home to companies and researchers developing commodities like asphalt, graphene, graphite, agricultural char, carbon fiber and more — using coal and coal byproducts.

Staff Writer | December 5, 2022 | 1:06 pm