First Solar hit by manufacturing issues, terminated contracts in Q3

The solar manufacturer's revenue declined 10.8% year over year as the clean energy regulatory environment remains unstable.

By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 20, 2024

Trump selects Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary

The Cantor Fitzgerland CEO will be responsible for delivering Trump’s promise of a 60% tariff on goods from China.

By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 20, 2024

White House invests $285M in first CHIPS Manufacturing USA Institute

The Durham, North Carolina, facility will focus on using digital twins to advance semiconductor production.

By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 19, 2024

Potential Trump policies pose risks for US storage sector, analysts say

Higher battery material tariffs and phased-down Inflation Reduction Act tax credits threaten a 15% drop in U.S. storage deployment, experts said.

By Brian Martucci • Nov. 18, 2024

$35K overtime salary threshold back in effect

A federal judge ruled that the Department of Labor’s 2024 rule exceeded the agency’s authority and is unlawful.

By Ginger Christ • Nov. 18, 2024

White House finalizes TSMC’s $6.6B CHIPS award

The Biden administration is pushing to roll out funding before President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January.

By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 15, 2024

Trump taps former Rep. Lee Zeldin to lead EPA

The Trump administration will likely roll back EPA regulations affecting fossil-fuel power plants, including a carbon emissions rule, according to Michelle Bloodworth, president and CEO of America’s Power.

By Ethan Howland • Nov. 13, 2024

4 manufacturing issues to watch under a new Trump administration

President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda could mean raised tariffs, lower taxes and curtailed clean energy subsidies.

By Kate Magill • Nov. 12, 2024

Manufacturing Institute expands military veterans program

Walmart is funding the program to grow its reach across veterans nationwide to translate their skills into job roles.

By Sara Samora • Updated Nov. 12, 2024

Corning, Powerex receive CHIPS funding

The glass maker and power module manufacturer will use the money for facilities in New York and Pennsylvania.

By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 8, 2024

Manufacturing injury, illness worker rate sank 10% in 2023: BLS

Respiratory illnesses among industry workers dropped a massive 84%, according to the agency.

By Sara Samora • Nov. 8, 2024

What Trump’s reelection could mean for the IRA

President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to repeal the Inflation Reduction Act and stop offshore wind development, but environmental groups say his administration could benefit from both.

By Diana DiGangi • Nov. 7, 2024

4 employment actions to expect under a second Trump presidency

Employers are likely to see immigration raids, agency chair replacements and a regulatory activity slowdown, experts at Littler predicted.

By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 7, 2024

Industry leaders react to Trump presidential win

Manufacturing trade groups are pledging to work with Donald Trump to strengthen the industry’s economy.

By Sara Samora • Updated Nov. 6, 2024

White House to launch R&D competition for AI in chip manufacturing

The up to $100 million in funding will target university-led collaborations to drive more sustainable semiconductor production.

By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 6, 2024

California chosen for second CHIPS R&D facility

The design and collaboration facility is expected to drive more than $1 billion in research funding over the next 10 years.

By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 5, 2024

8 manufacturers set to produce cold-climate heat pumps

Companies such as Bosch, Carrier and Daikin participated in the Energy Department's challenge to improve heat pump performance in cold weather.

By Nish Amarnath • Nov. 4, 2024

Trump could curtail CHIPS Act funding if reelected

The former president is calling for higher tariffs instead of subsidies to incentivize companies to build semiconductor factories domestically. 

By Kate Magill • Nov. 4, 2024

Future of IRA hinges on upcoming election, experts say

Republicans are likely to look for aspects of the law they can walk back in order to add money to the federal budget.

By Diana DiGangi • Oct. 30, 2024

Boeing’s chaos and other haunting manufacturing stories from 2024

From SK Battery’s repeated safety violations to Boeing’s door plug incident, here are some of the top manufacturing horror tales in 2024 thus far.

By Sara Samora • Oct. 30, 2024

Carrier proposes $730M PFAS settlement with Kidde-Fenwal

The firefighting foam manufacturer will use some of the funds from the settlement to pay its creditors as part of a bankruptcy plan.

By Sara Samora • Oct. 28, 2024

Small factories, big fines: Tackling OSHA compliance

Small firms face higher average compliance costs, but understanding key safety standards and how to foster a strong safety culture can avoid employee injuries and hefty citations.

By Joelle Anselmo • Oct. 25, 2024

Final IRS guidance for semiconductor tax credit includes solar ingot and wafer manufacturing

“The White House is wisely addressing the fact that the overwhelming majority of solar panels manufactured in the world are done so by companies in China,” said Danny O’Brien, president of corporate affairs at Qcells.

By Diana DiGangi • Oct. 25, 2024

DOL says workplace AI should focus on employee needs

The agency’s guidelines say responsible AI use in the workplace should prioritize employees and improve working conditions.

By Justin Bachman • Oct. 23, 2024

White House opens $1.6B CHIPS advanced packaging competition

Applicants can receive up to $150 million and have until Dec. 20 to submit their concept papers.

By Sara Samora • Oct. 23, 2024