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Powering the Supply Chain Revolution: Addressing the Impact of Electric Vehicle Requirements on Supply Chains

3BL Media

This transition is reshaping global supply chains in ways manufacturers are still scrambling to adapt to. The battery-centric nature of EVs is forcing manufacturers to rethink how vehicles are made, stored, and shipped. But the supply chain overhaul doesn’t stop at batteries. Moreover, Gartner Inc.

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Green steel may be a climate game-changer. Which carmakers are making the shift?

Corporate Knights

Increasingly, attention is turning to the carbon footprint of an automaker’s supply chain and all the materials that go into building a vehicle. BMW announced its procurement of “carbon-reduced” steel supplied by H2 Green Steel, based in Sweden, and has partnered with Salzgitter AG to receive “low-carbon steel” in 2026.

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H2SITE Raises $37 Million to Scale Up Hydrogen Transport Solution

ESG Today

Established in 2021, Spain-based H2SITE provides solutions to the hydrogen transport problem by converting hydrogen carriers with well-known supply chains and separating hydrogen gas blends into fuel cell purity hydrogen, offering reactors and separators for the conversion of different feedstocks into hydrogen.

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Northvolt Files for Bankruptcy

ESG Today

Battery manufacturer Northvolt announced that it has filed for bankruptcy in Sweden, marking a major downfall for one of the most ambitious endeavours to establish a European EV battery giant. Earlier this year, the companies announced that Volvo agreed to purchase full ownership in the NOVO Energy joint venture.

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Canada Signs EV and Battery Supply Chain Agreements with Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz

ESG Today

The Government of Canada announced the signing of new agreements with German automakers Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen, aimed at enhancing collaboration and promoting investments in electric vehicle (EV) and battery supply chains and manufacturing in the country.

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12 Sustainability Resolutions for Businesses That Will Help the Planet Be Healthy in 2025

3BL Media

Identify outdated lighting, HVAC systems, or manufacturing processes, and prioritize upgrades that deliver cost savings and environmental benefits. 12 December: Plan for Innovative Climate Solutions in 2026 End the year by looking ahead. 4 April: Conduct Energy Audits Spring cleaning isnt just for homes.

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North American Businesses Navigate Trade Complexities With Diversification, Technology

3BL Media

Key findings from the North America regional insights include: Diversification for Growth and Resilience: Over 50% of North American executives prioritize diversification as a supply chain strategy, surpassing the global average. Nearshoring Gains Momentum: Supported by the USMCA, 38% of U.S.