mg777.agency (The Center Square) – Momentum is with the emerging electric vehicle industry even with many question marks surrounding energy policy as the Trump administration takes office in January, observers of the industry say. “At the local and state level, there's an incredible amount of energy and action taking place to support transportation electrification,” Ben Prochazka, executive director of the Electrification Coalition, told The Center Square. With Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla Motors, playing a significant role in President-elect Donald Trump’s election and chosen with Vivek Ramaswamy to head his new Department of Government Efficiency, it is also unlikely that the electric vehicle industry will be neglected nationally. “The hope is that Elon Musk has influence in the new administration, which does look to be the case,” said Prochazka. “Hopefully, that means there’s a great recognition around the economic benefits that exist.” It remains to be seen how electric vehicle incentive or tax credit programs – different than mandates – might be affected by Trump’s moves to cut spending. Mainstream outlets have already proclaimed that Trump has an "anti-EV agenda," as a group of automakers urged him to retain a national $7,500 consumer tax credit for electric vehicle purchases. On the other hand, Prochazka said tariffs and the deregulation of the domestic automotive industry could play a positive role in the electric vehicle industry, depending on how they are "established." “With any new administration, there's always going to be question marks about what the prevailing winds are,” explained Prochazka, whose nonpartisan, nonprofit coalition engages in policy development, advocacy campaigns and consumer education. "E verything has the potential to be reevaluated and then changed." Willett Kempton is in the University of Delaware's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and has research interests in offshore wind power, electric vehicles and public environmental beliefs and values. He agrees with Prochazka that a lot is still up in the air about Trump’s policy approach to the electric vehicle industry. Certain policies could potentially " slow down" growth domestically, he said. Yet, that wouldn't permanently stop growth. “National governments can slow this growth by policy changes, but that doesn’t change the cost advantages nor the long-term trends,” Kempton told The Center Square. In the past, Republicans generally have been notably skeptical about electric vehicles and especially mandates for them, preferring those powered by fossil fuels. Reliability is among the key drivers of the party's choice when it comes to opposition of the broader green agenda of Democrats. Musk’s involvement has the potential to change that skepticism. Prochazka said he is hopeful for that, emphasizing that his organization believes that electric vehicles should not be a partisan issue. “The last election ultimately created more partisan views on electrification,” he said. “We are working really hard to make sure it's clear that transportation electrification is not a red or a blue issue, but it's really about what's better for the country, especially when you look at it through the lens of global competition. We need to maintain our automotive leadership.” For Prochazka, growing the eclectic vehicle industry is an issue of both “national and economic security.” “The automotive sector is a trillion dollar a year industry that has millions and millions of jobs that are a part of the U.S. automotive sector," he said. "So, as the world goes electric, we need to compete so that we can not only maintain our current market share, but hopefully grow it. There’s a global race to electrification.” There are nearly 2.5 million electric vehicles registered throughout the nation, with the highest percentage of those in California. Even then, only 2.5% of the vehicles in California are electric vehicles and only 6.8% of the vehicles sold nationwide in 2024 were electric. Kempton and Prochazka say the transition to electric vehicles will be inevitable and that America should be the nation leading it. “The shift to electric vehicles is worldwide and there are so many advantages to EVs that this will proceed,” Kempton said. “In most territories, clean energy is already the lowest-cost electricity source and largest amount of new generation being installed. These are driven by market forces and producer projections of where the most future growth will be. So, I would not call these ‘movements’ but rather markets or growth trends and adoption of new technologies.” Only 38% of United States adults say they would even consider buying an electric vehicle. Prochazka said he believes that will continue to change, both as there are nationally moves to protect the economic interests of the United States and as more people get familiar with electric vehicles. “We need to also make sure the U.S. is moving as quickly as possible, so that we can compete with the sort of global efforts to electrify,” he said. “Most people have not gotten behind the wheel and have not plugged one in. I think it’s something that people really just need to try, because then they'll realize this is a much better vehicle. It's just about getting people behind the wheel.”The Labour MP posted on Facebook claiming she had been "misrepresented" on the subject - after a backlash to plans to expand the ALDI on Bridgnorth Road onto The Dell Open Space. Planning officers have recommended it for approval, providing ALDI meet specific conditions, but councillors deferred the final decision pending a site visit that will take place in the new year. The MP had submitted "neutral comments" on the application, saying she worked with residents in 2021 to object to the "disposal" of The Dell Open Space and has since worked with residents, Dudley Council and ALDI to find a compromise over the public open space. However, she has faced criticism over an email sent to Dudley Council colleagues on December 11 ahead of the planning meeting on December 16 in which she said she "supported officer recommendations" after being satisfied that resident's concerns had been addressed. Cat posted a screenshot of this email on Facebook, along with a lengthy post detailing her history on fighting the initial land disposal, and her stance on ALDI's application. In her post, on December 23, she said:... Olivia Warburton

Dibrugarh: In a first in the northeast, the Board of Radiation and Isotope Technology (BRIT) and the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) conducted a groundbreaking awareness programme on non-power applications of nuclear energy at Assam Medical College Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh on Friday. The event, which drew more than 120 delegates including medical practitioners, postgraduate students, refinery professionals and university teachers, highlighted the diverse applications of nuclear technology beyond power generation. The programme featured presentations from senior DAE scientists and AMCH faculty members, who detailed the versatile applications of nuclear technology. A particular emphasis was placed on its role in cancer treatment, disease diagnosis through radiopharmaceuticals and agricultural advancements through radiation-assisted crop improvement. “Nuclear energy plays a crucial role in our nation’s wealth and prosperity beyond just power generation. The applications of isotopes and radiation technology span across healthcare, agriculture and industrial sectors,” said Pradip Mukherjee, chief executive of BRIT, during his keynote address. The event showcased working models demonstrating various DAE technologies, which received considerable appreciation from attendees. Multiple DAE units contributed to the programme’s success, including the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Variable Energy Cyclotron, Atomic Minerals Division and Dr B Borooah Cancer Hospital. We also published the following articles recently Nuclear tech benefits showcased at AMCH event The Board of Radiation and Isotope Technology (BRIT) and the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) recently held an informative programme in Dibrugarh, focusing on the non-power uses of nuclear energy. The event, a first for northeast India, drew over 120 attendees from various sectors. Cancer hospitals in Varanasi enhance treatment with new radiation machine The Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya Cancer Centre and Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital in Varanasi, a beacon of hope for cancer patients in Uttar Pradesh and beyond, just got stronger. A new radiation machine, donated by Indian Oil Corporation Limited, was inaugurated this week, promising to significantly improve access to crucial radiation therapy. 4-day Agrovision to focus on agriculture technology and yield boosting The 15th edition of Agrovision, India's leading agricultural summit, is set to take place in Nagpur from November 22nd to 25th. The event, themed 'Empowering farmers: Technology, Training and Trade', will feature workshops, sessions, and a mega exhibition showcasing the latest advancements in agricultural technology.

Leaders to discuss climate change finance at British-Irish Council summitLudhiana: A Tuesday-night wedding party near the city turned violent when a 70-year-old man angered at being stopped from firing his gun in celebration shot a guest in the arms and forehead. The suspect, Jagdish Singh, was arrested at the scene and police, later, confiscated his licensed .32-calibre pistol. The incident occurred during a traditional pre-wedding event of ‘Jago’ at Kot Gangu Rai village. Mandeep Singh, 38, a cousin of the groom, suffered injuries when Jagdish first flung a glass at him and then fired three shots from his rooftop. A bullet grazed Mandeep’s forehead, while two struck his left arm. The bystanders moved Mandeep to a private hospital in Doraha, where he remains in stable condition. Sub-inspector Jaspal Singh, investigating officer of this case, confirmed that the accused had been drinking before firing some celebratory gunshots at the event, which is illegal. The SI claimed that: “When Mandeep asked him to stop firing, Jagdish left the function, went to his rooftop, and began hurling abuses. He then attacked Mandeep, escalating the incident to a life-threatening level.” Police noted that a longstanding land dispute between Jagdish and the groom’s family might have contributed to the tension. Despite this bitterness, the family had invited Jagdish to the wedding. He has been charged with attempt to murder and violating the Arms Act, and his firearm has been seized. The case highlights the dangers of celebratory gunfire , a practice that remains common in parts of the country despite repeated warnings from authorities. The consequences of being casual with firearms are fatal at times. We also published the following articles recently Man arrested for celebratory firing In Chhapra, a man was arrested for celebratory firing after a video circulated on social media. Police seized his licensed gun and cartridges. Separately, in Manjhi, villagers attacked police and freed three arrested criminals. Two villagers were subsequently arrested for obstructing justice. Police are searching for the remaining suspects. Man arrested for celebratory firing In Chhapra, a man was arrested for celebratory firing after a video circulated on social media. He confessed and his licensed gun and cartridges were seized. Separately, in Manjhi, villagers attacked police and freed three arrested criminals. Two villagers were subsequently arrested for obstructing justice. Police are searching for the remaining suspects. Video of cops celebratory firing in Satna baraat goes viral, probe ordered A Madhya Pradesh head constable is under investigation after a video surfaced showing him firing a gun at a wedding celebration. The incident allegedly occurred in Rewa district on November 26th during his brother-in-law's marriage procession. Satna district police officials have ordered a probe into the viral video, with disciplinary action pending the investigation's outcome. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , and Mini Crossword .

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