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Tesla is hosting a launch event for its Semi electric truck at its new Nevada factory, featuring customer logos from PepsiCo, DHL, and others. The event coincides with a major 2,500-truck order from the ZET SCALE alliance, where Tesla was selected as the primary supplier. Analysts expect Tesla to deliver 5,000 to 15,000 Semis this year, well below the plant's 50,000-unit capacity.
CleanTechnica discusses the potential catastrophic impact of a major solar storm like the historic Carrington Event on modern technology and infrastructure. While such an event is unlikely, the article emphasizes the importance of preparedness due to the increased solar activity expected in 2024 and 2025. It highlights the progress in research and grid protection, as well as personal measures to safeguard against electromagnetic disruptions. The piece calls for continued pressure on governments and utilities to fortify against such space weather events, noting that clean technologies could be both affected by and instrumental in responding to these challenges.
Since the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act and the Chips and Science Act, over $224 billion worth of cleantech and semiconductor manufacturing projects have been announced in the US, promising to create 100,000 jobs. The largest commitments have come from semiconductor groups, with Intel, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, IBM, and Micron leading the way. Certain states and regions, such as Georgia, South Carolina, Michigan, and Ohio, have secured the most projects. Surprisingly, more than 80% of these investments are heading to Republican districts, despite lukewarm support from congressional Republicans for the legislation. However, there are concerns that a potential future Republican administration may roll back the legislation.