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CleanTechnica•11 days ago

XPENG to Begin Local Assembly in Malaysia by Mid-2026

•XPENG is establishing an EV assembly plant in Malacca, Malaysia, with production commencing mid-2026, representing a significant new industrial electricity demand for the region.
•This expansion signals growing EV market penetration in Southeast Asia, which will drive increased demand for charging infrastructure and grid capacity.
•The project creates opportunities for power developers and IPPs to supply reliable, potentially low-carbon, electricity to the manufacturing facility and support the broader EV ecosystem.

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CleanTechnica•11 days ago

A Solar-Powered Christmas: How Sunshine Powers The Philippines’ Largest Malls For More Holiday Cheer

•The Philippines' largest mall chain (SM) is extensively deploying solar power, exemplified by SM Bicutan, to meet significant energy demands, particularly during peak seasons like Christmas.
•This trend highlights the growing viability and adoption of commercial & industrial (C&I) solar solutions for large power consumers in emerging markets.
•The use of solar by major retail entities suggests favorable economics, potential grid independence, and branding benefits, influencing other large loads to consider similar renewable energy strategies.

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CleanTechnica•11 days ago

Digging Deeper Into EV Market Changes In Europe 2017–2025

•The European EV market experienced significant growth and transformation between 2017 and 2025, indicating a rapid and accelerating shift towards transportation electrification.
•This substantial increase in EV penetration directly translates into a growing electricity demand across Europe, requiring significant investments in new generation capacity, grid infrastructure, and energy storage.
•For IPPs and developers, this trend presents considerable opportunities in developing new power projects, expanding charging infrastructure, and implementing grid modernization efforts to support the evolving load profile.

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POWER Magazine•11 days ago

Permitting the AI Boom: A New NEPA Landscape for Energy Infrastructure Projects

•The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) landscape has been significantly reshaped by recent actions from Congress, the U.S. Supreme Court, and the executive branch.
•These policy changes are specifically aimed at streamlining the permitting processes for energy infrastructure projects.
•The reforms are directly linked to facilitating the rapid growth of the AI sector, which demands substantial new energy infrastructure development.

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CleanTechnica•11 days ago

Renewable Energy, Economics, & Inertia

•Solar PV systems do not inherently contribute inertia to the electrical grid.
•Maintaining grid stability, particularly inertia, is a critical technical challenge with increasing penetration of non-synchronous renewable energy sources.
•Synchronous compensators are highlighted as a necessary 'spinning device' to provide the required inertia for grid stability in high-renewable environments.

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CleanTechnica•11 days ago

From HyHaul To China: Why Hydrogen Transport Keeps Losing

•High-profile hydrogen transport initiatives, such as the UK's HyHaul freight corridor, are failing despite significant public funding, industrial partnerships, and alignment with national decarbonization goals.
•The article suggests a broader trend of hydrogen transport projects struggling globally, implying persistent economic, technical, or logistical challenges.
•For developers and large power consumers, this indicates substantial risks and hurdles in relying on hydrogen as a primary energy solution for transport or industrial applications.

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Utility Dive•12 days ago

Thermal batteries are ready. Our electricity rules aren’t.

•Thermal batteries are a mature energy storage technology ready for deployment.
•Current electricity market rules are not designed to effectively integrate thermal batteries, hindering their economic value.
•Exposing thermal batteries to real-time market signals would lower overall system costs and bolster critical infrastructure like AI and manufacturing.

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CleanTechnica•12 days ago

Altitude Purchases +165,000t Of Carbon Removal From South American Partners Ecogaia & Emisiones Neutras

•Carbon removal financier Altitude has purchased over 165,000 tonnes of CO₂ Removal Certificates (CORCs) from biochar-based facilities in Argentina (EcoGaia, Emisiones Neutras).
•This significant transaction positions Altitude as one of the largest global buyers of Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR), indicating robust and growing market demand for verifiable carbon removal solutions.
•The deal highlights biochar as a viable and scalable carbon removal technology, presenting new project development opportunities for IPPs and potential revenue streams through CORC sales.

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CleanTechnica•12 days ago

Ampersand Energy Opens Its Battery Swap Network To Global Electric Motorcycle Manufacturers

•Ampersand Energy has partnered with Wylex Mobility to power its electric motorcycles using Ampersand's existing battery swap network across East Africa.
•Ampersand is opening its battery swap network to global electric motorcycle manufacturers, signaling a move towards standardization and broader adoption of swappable battery technology.
•This development showcases a practical, scalable model for EV infrastructure deployment and energy storage in emerging markets, addressing range anxiety and charging limitations.

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POWER Magazine•12 days ago

Thea Energy Completes Fusion Power Plant Preconceptual Design

•Thea Energy, a Princeton spin-out, has completed the preconceptual design for its stellarator-based fusion power plant, the Helios system.
•This milestone represents an early but significant step in the development of fusion technology, aiming for a future carbon-free, baseload power source.
•For developers and large power consumers, this signals long-term progress in a potentially transformative energy technology, though commercial deployment remains decades away.

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CleanTechnica•12 days ago

Trump Is Losing The War On Solar Power, Part Infinity

•The article frames political opposition to solar power as an ineffective and 'losing battle,' suggesting continued industry resilience.
•Implies that any anti-solar policies or rhetoric are unlikely to halt the sector's growth and innovation.
•Highlights ongoing innovation within the US solar industry, indicating a robust domestic development landscape.

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Utility Dive•12 days ago

Tribal nations regroup after loss of federal funding for clean energy

•Tribal nations are regrouping after the loss of federal funding for clean energy projects, creating a potential gap in project development.
•Despite funding challenges, tribal leaders emphasize their commitment to continued energy development, signaling opportunities for private sector partnerships and alternative financing.
•The policy shift in federal funding could impact the pipeline of clean energy projects originating from tribal lands, potentially affecting regional supply and PPA availability.

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Utility Dive•12 days ago

CISA updates cybersecurity benchmarks for critical infrastructure organizations

•CISA (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency) has updated and streamlined its cybersecurity benchmarks for critical infrastructure, including utilities, grid operators, and power providers.
•This policy change mandates enhanced cybersecurity measures, increasing compliance requirements and operational costs for IPPs and grid operators.
•Large power consumers, especially those deemed critical infrastructure (e.g., datacenters), will face increased scrutiny on their own cyber defenses and grid interface security.

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Utility Dive•12 days ago

ISO-NE opposes refund to BP Energy Retail Co. for $6M in billing errors

•ISO-NE is opposing a $6 million refund to BP Energy Retail Co. for billing errors, indicating a dispute over financial corrections within the market.
•Eversource Energy and the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) are advocating for FERC to approve a broader 'resettlement' that would benefit all power suppliers affected by these errors.
•This situation highlights potential financial uncertainties and regulatory disputes for power suppliers, IPPs, and large consumers operating in the ISO-NE market, emphasizing the importance of accurate billing and fair resolution processes.

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CleanTechnica•12 days ago

You Can’t Buy This, America: BYD T4 EV Truck for Hauling

•The BYD T4 EV truck, designed for commercial hauling, is currently not available for purchase in the US market, despite strong domestic demand for trucks.
•This unavailability highlights potential regulatory barriers or market gaps for specific commercial EV models, impacting fleet electrification strategies for large power consumers and IPPs.
•The article implicitly points to a future increase in electricity demand from commercial EV fleets and the associated need for robust charging infrastructure development and grid upgrades.

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CleanTechnica•12 days ago

If It Isn’t Discussed By Conservative Groups, Does “Climate Change” Still Exist?

•Conservative groups are celebrating '10 regulatory and fiscal wins' under a past Trump administration, asserting a 'restored America’s path toward true energy dominance.'
•Project 2025, a conservative initiative, is highlighted for its unequivocal skepticism regarding climate change claims.
•The article points to a political narrative that prioritizes deregulation and traditional energy sources, potentially impacting future climate policies and emissions targets.

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Energy Storage News•12 days ago

Energy Storage Europe welcomes EU proposal to end ‘first-come-first-served’ grid connections

•The European Union is proposing significant reforms to its grid connection and permitting processes, moving away from the current 'first-come-first-served' approach.
•Energy Storage Europe (ESE), a trade association, has welcomed these proposed changes, signaling broad industry support for the reforms.
•This policy shift is expected to streamline and accelerate grid access for new projects, potentially reducing development timelines and uncertainty for energy storage developers, IPPs, and large power consumers in the EU.

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Energy Storage News•12 days ago

Single 100MW BESS outage could cause a US$1.2 million monthly loss, cybersecurity report finds

•A new report by Brattle Group and Dragos indicates a single 100MW/400MWh BESS outage, potentially due to cybersecurity, could incur US$1.2 million in monthly losses.
•This highlights a significant financial risk for BESS developers and IPPs, underscoring the critical need for robust cybersecurity investments and operational protocols.
•The potential for multi-million dollar monthly revenue loss directly impacts project financing, insurance premiums, and the overall economic viability assessment of BESS projects.

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Utility Dive•12 days ago

What’s ahead for utilities: Navigating demand, AI and customer affordability

Utility Dive•12 days ago

Storage for all seasons: Why the grid needs more than four hours