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Tesla plans to run a reduced production schedule at its Shanghai plant in January, extending the reduced output it began this month into next year, according to an internal schedule reviewed by Reuters.

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In Norway, way up by the Arctic circle, global warming is already affecting people and nature. Here's how.

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An air source heat pump prototype has been developed that can operate in temperatures as low as -23F (-30C).

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