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China Maintains Clean-Tech Lead Over US Despite Biden’s IRA Plan

TL/DR - The article discusses China's growing lead in the clean-tech manufacturing sector over the U.S. It also mentions a $10 billion copper mine that is currently idle. Furthermore, the article notes that despite the Inflation Reduction Act, which was intended to boost advanced energy manufacturing in the U.S., the country still lags in this…

European Manufacturing Requires New Tactics Against Biden’s IRA

TL/DR - Swiss solar-panel manufacturer, Meyer Burger Technology AG, is shifting its operations to the US after shutting down its factory in Germany, due to competition from cheaper Chinese alternatives. The company raised $220.5 million for the move and cited Europe's "massive competitive disadvantages". The US was chosen as the preferred…

NC Chamber Chief’s Future Insights for Local Leaders

TL/DR - The article discusses a talk given by the North Carolina Chamber of Commerce's CEO, Gary Salamido, to local leaders about the future of the state. He emphasized that developing a talented workforce is crucial for economic prosperity and advocated for diversity and inclusion in that workforce. Salamido also highlighted the importance of…