Tag: #infrastructure

UK's Climate Change Committee Warns of Dire Climate Adaptation Needs

The CCC urges urgent climate adaptation as UK remains unprepared for rising temperatures, with risks to health, infrastructure, and agriculture.

#climatechange, #uk, #adaptation, #infrastructure

CoreWeave and OpenAI Expand $6.5 Billion Partnership for AI Cloud Infrastructure

CoreWeave and OpenAI sign a $6.5 billion deal for AI cloud computing, enhancing their strategic partnership in AI infrastructure development.

#coreweave, #openai, #ai, #cloudcomputing, #infrastructure

Mass Protests in Manila Highlight Deep-seated Corruption Concerns

Tens of thousands protested in Manila against corruption in flood control projects, echoing nationwide demands for transparency and reform.

#philippines, #corruption, #protests, #infrastructure, #politicalaccountability

Syria Launches Development Fund for Post-Conflict Reconstruction

Syria unveils fund to rebuild infrastructure and economy post-civil war, focusing on transparency and unity.

#syria, #reconstruction, #development, #economy, #infrastructure

Milwaukee Flash Flooding Highlights Urgent Infrastructure Needs

Milwaukee hit by record rainfall causing massive flooding, event cancellations, and power outages; raises climate change concerns.

#milwaukee, #flooding, #climatechange, #infrastructure, #emergency

President Trump Signs Major Legislation: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act

President Trump enacts the OBBBA, reshaping U.S. tax, infrastructure, and social policies with lasting effects on the economy and society.

#trump, #obbba, #taxreform, #infrastructure, #medicaid

Qatar Eyes 2036 Olympics Amid Challenges

Qatar joins discussions for hosting 2036 Olympics with sustainability and infrastructure strengths, despite hurdles in climate and human rights.

#qatar, #olympics, #sports, #2036olympics, #infrastructure

Devastating Floods and Landslides Hit Kinshasa: At Least 29 Dead

Severe floods and landslides in Kinshasa cause fatalities and highlight urbanization challenges.

#floods, #urbanization, #infrastructure, #drc, #climatechange

Meta Platforms to Invest Up to $65 Billion in AI Infrastructure by 2025

Meta plans up to $65B investment in AI, including a massive data center in Louisiana and a stake in Scale AI.

#meta, #artificialintelligence, #infrastructure, #scleai

U.S. Congress Passes Landmark $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Bill

Congress approves historic $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill boosting transportation, utilities, and broadband for economic and social growth.

#infrastructure, #congress, #bipartisan, #economy, #jobs

Trump's Expedited Permit Plan Sparks Environmental Debate

President-elect Trump's plan to fast-track permits for large projects ignites a debate over NEPA impacts and environmental concerns.

#trump, #nepa, #environment, #infrastructure

Southern California Edison Unveils $6.2 Billion Wildfire Mitigation Plan

SCE proposes a $6.2B plan to tackle wildfire risks, focusing on infrastructure and safety tech upgrades through 2028.

#wildfires, #southerncaliforniaedison, #infrastructure, #technology

Iowa Tackles Lead Water Lines Amid New EPA Regulations

Iowa works to replace lead water lines under new EPA rules; challenges include cost and legal disputes. $30 million federal aid announced.

#epa, #leadexposure, #iowa, #infrastructure, #health

Undocumented Communication Devices in Chinese Solar Inverters Raise Global Security Concerns

Discovery of rogue devices in Chinese solar inverters sparks global energy cybersecurity concerns and legislative actions.

#energy, #cybersecurity, #china, #solar, #infrastructure

Massive Power Outage Cripples Spain, Portugal, and Southern France

A massive blackout hits Spain, Portugal, and parts of France, disrupting daily life and highlighting power grid vulnerabilities.

#power outage, #Spain, #Portugal, #infrastructure