New solar venture to invest up to $1.5B on domestic operation

VSK Energy aims to develop a vertically integrated solar manufacturing operation in the U.S. to help reduce reliance on other countries for key components. 

By Megan Ruggles • July 6, 2023

EPA proposes tightened PCE chemical manufacturing regulations

The agency seeks to limit the use of the material often used in dry cleaning and adhesives.

By Sara Samora • July 5, 2023

Energy Department to release $2B in EV manufacturing grants

The grant program will prioritize retooling plants that face closure and help automakers tackle the cost of EV production.

By Megan Ruggles • June 29, 2023

Lordstown Motors files for bankruptcy, sues investor Foxconn

The startup EV maker said Chapter 11 was its "only viable option" after one of the world's biggest contract manufacturers failed to deliver on a $170 million investment.

By Eric Walz • June 28, 2023

FDA greenlights Bristol Myers Squibb cell therapy facility in Massachusetts

The drugmaker is expanding its production capacity to meet rising patient demand.

By Megan Ruggles • June 26, 2023

Elevating safety in metal manufacturing

Increasing reliance on robotics raises new risks of injury, property loss and business interruption. Learn steps to guard against loss.

By Brandon Hartley and AJ Steiner • June 26, 2023

Ford, SK On secure loan commitment of up to $9.2B from DOE

The loan will help finance construction of the companies’ three joint venture battery plants. 

By Megan Ruggles • June 22, 2023

Treasury seeks to provide clarity on CHIPS Act tax credit

The proposed rules aim to give taxpayers electing to receive a direct payment “procedural certainty.”

By Megan Ruggles • June 21, 2023

Energy Department to offer $192M in battery recycling funding

The increasing adoption of EVs is driving rapid growth in the lithium battery market, the agency said.

By Robert Walton • June 20, 2023

3M appeals bankruptcy dismissal of earplug maker

Aearo Technologies filed for bankruptcy last year as nearly 260,000 plaintiffs sue the company for allegedly selling defective earplugs to the military.

By Sara Samora • June 20, 2023

Plastic container manufacturer settles discrimination lawsuit with EEOC

Pretium Packaging will pay over $252,000 and provide annual training as part of a settlement stemming from findings that it did not hire women for certain positions.

By Katie Pyzyk • June 20, 2023

Trade groups, environmental advocates spar over plastic manufacturing

Advocates testified at the Senate hearing that curbing plastics production is the only way to alleviate serious health problems, but business groups said halting production could hurt jobs.

By Megan Quinn • June 20, 2023

How can employers create a culture of safety? The Department of Labor wants to know

The agency said it wants to hear how employers are trying to increase worker participation in safety programs, as well as steps they’re taking to reduce injuries and fatalities.

By Kate Tornone • June 16, 2023

Why automakers are fretting over four words in the Inflation Reduction Act

A prohibition on sourcing material from “foreign entities of concern” is causing apprehension among companies reliant on China, a critical mineral powerhouse.

By Kate Magill • June 16, 2023

Paper manufacturer hit with lawsuit over Michigan mill’s toxic emissions

The class-action lawsuit against Graphic Packaging seeks $600 million in damages and to shut down or decrease production at the site.

By Katie Pyzyk • June 15, 2023

Texas ready to invest $1.4B in state chip industry

The new funds would complement federal efforts to promote domestic semiconductor manufacturing.

By Sara Samora • June 14, 2023

NAM urges Biden to intervene as West Coast port disruptions unfold

The trade association said prolonged discussions may have vast ripple effects for the economy, and exacerbate inflation.

By Edwin Lopez • June 8, 2023

DuPont, Corteva, Chemours agree to pay $1.2B in ‘forever chemicals’ settlement

The agreement comes days after reports surfaced that 3M tentatively signed a $10 billion PFAS contamination settlement.

By Sara Samora • June 6, 2023

Treasury issues further guidance for clean energy manufacturing tax credit

Many companies aren't aware of the $10 billion in available IRA tax incentives for facility investments, one expert said. 

By Diana DiGangi • June 6, 2023

FDA issues warning letter to iRhythm heart monitor facility

The medical device company can continue to manufacture its products and does not expect the agency's letter to affect its financial results.

By Nick Paul Taylor • June 5, 2023

Arizona State University selected to lead clean manufacturing institute

The Energy Department-backed, $70 million initiative aims to reduce emissions from industrial process heating.

By Megan Ruggles • May 23, 2023

Applied Materials plans $4B Silicon Valley R&D facility

The semiconductor equipment maker aims to boost advances in chip manufacturing through the facility, where industry players can develop new technologies.

By Megan Ruggles • May 22, 2023

Sun Pharmaceutical ordered to bring on manufacturing consultant for troubled India facility

The generic drugmaker halted shipments to the U.S. after the FDA flagged its facility in Mohali for non-compliance last month.

By Megan Ruggles • May 19, 2023

East Penn Manufacturing found guilty of labor law violations, will pay $22M in back wages

The ruling against the battery maker is among the largest wage verdicts in the Labor Department’s history.

By Sara Samora • May 18, 2023

White House launches manufacturing workforce programs

The administration's aim is to create pathways to manufacturing jobs as major projects in growing sectors get underway.

By Sara Samora • May 17, 2023