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S&P Global: looming shortfalls in copper supply will short-circuit net-zero goals absent significant new supply

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The challenge of meeting Net-Zero Emissions by 2050 “will be short-circuited and remain out of reach” unless significant new copper supply comes online in a timely way, according to a new study by S&P Global that examines the growing mismatch between available copper supply and future demand resulting from the energy transition.

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Volkswagen ID.4 with SK ON battery components eligible for full $7,500 tax credit in 2024

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4 units with SK On battery components qualify for the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) full $7,500 federal tax credit for electric vehicles. 4 starts with an MSRP of $38,995 for the Standard variant, which has a 62 kWh battery and an EPA-estimated range of 209 miles. 4 Pro has an 82 kWh battery with an EPA-estimated range of 275 miles.

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The Nissan Leaf is Eligible for a $3,750 Tax Credit Again

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The automaker announced that the car has regained eligibility for federal tax credits, though for only half of the maximum $7,500. With the credit, the Leaf starts in the mid-$25,000 range, extending its lead as the cheapest EV on sale. has a free-trade agreement.

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The Honda Prologue Gets Major Boost with Federal Tax Credit Eligibility

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The automaker recently announced that its upcoming Prologue EV would be eligible for federal tax credits of $7,500, meaning buyers can get around 15 percent off the SUV’s purchase price at the point of sale. Tax credits bring the Prologue’s starting price down to $41,295 after a $1,395 destination charge.

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2025 Nissan Leaf carries over, loses EV tax credit eligibility

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The 2025 Nissan Leaf carries over but loses its eligibility for the federal EV tax credit this model year. 2025 Nissan Leaf Like the 2024 model, the 2025 Leaf is available only in 40-kwh S and 60-kwh SV Plus configurations, with 149 miles and 212 miles of range, respectively. It’s already been a roller coaster.

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Battery-grade lithium carbonate forecast to trade at $74K/tonne in 12 months

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Lithium carbonate prices in China rose slightly to 480,500 yuan/tonne in mid-August, remaining close to the record-high of 500,000 from March and 400% higher year-on-year as soaring demand drove expectations of extended supply deficits. Source: Trading Economics. Earlier post.). Lithium carbonate is forecast to trade near its high.

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EV Supply Chains May Be Dirtier Than You Think

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Most of us know that even the most efficient, long-range EVs generate emissions during the raw materials extraction and production phases, and that’s before we count the logistics required to move everything around the world a few times in the process. As The Washington Pos t points out, the U.S.

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