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CleanTechnica•12 days ago

Most Maritime Shipping Battery Propulsion Studies Are Already Obsolete

•Rapid advancements in battery energy density and cost are rendering even recent maritime battery propulsion studies obsolete, indicating a faster-than-anticipated improvement curve for battery technology.
•The accelerating improvement in battery economics makes battery-electric solutions increasingly viable for heavy-duty applications like maritime shipping, signaling continued downward pressure on battery storage costs for grid-scale and industrial applications.
•Developers should re-evaluate project feasibility for battery-centric solutions (e.g., grid storage, industrial electrification, maritime charging infrastructure) using the most current battery cost and performance data, as older models are likely too conservative.

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POWER Magazine•12 days ago

TRISO-X Secures First-Ever NRC Category II License for Commercial Advanced Nuclear Fuel Fabrication

•TRISO-X, a subsidiary of X-energy, has secured the first-ever NRC Category II license for commercial advanced nuclear fuel fabrication, specifically for high-assay low-enriched (HALEU) TRISO fuel.
•This regulatory approval is a critical milestone, enabling the commercial production of fuel for advanced nuclear reactors and clearing a significant hurdle for their deployment in the U.S. power market.
•For developers and large power consumers, this signals tangible progress towards diversifying future energy portfolios with a new source of reliable, dispatchable, and carbon-free power, potentially offering long-term energy security and emissions reduction.

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CleanTechnica•12 days ago

Could BYD’s Manchester City Partnership Indicate A Scandinavian Sales Offensive?

•BYD has partnered with the Manchester City soccer club to supply vehicles and Energy Storage System (ESS) batteries.
•This high-profile sponsorship is a strategic marketing initiative aimed at enhancing BYD's brand recognition and market penetration in Europe.
•The article speculates this partnership could precede a significant sales push for BYD's products, including ESS, particularly in Scandinavian markets.

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CleanTechnica•12 days ago

Blue Origin Wants To Pollute A Pristine Florida Waterway — Just Say No

•Blue Origin is facing public and environmental opposition over plans to potentially pollute a pristine Florida waterway, drawing historical parallels to unchecked industrial waste.
•This opposition highlights increasing scrutiny and potential regulatory hurdles for large industrial projects (including power generation or data centers) seeking to site in environmentally sensitive areas.
•Developers and large power consumers should be aware of the significant reputational and permitting risks associated with projects perceived to have negative environmental impacts.

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CleanTechnica•12 days ago

Florida Legislation Would Ban Local Climate Policies

•Florida is considering state legislation to ban local climate mitigation strategies, citing concerns over their cost.
•This proposed policy change would preempt local renewable energy mandates or incentives, directly impacting project development and compliance strategies for IPPs and large power consumers in Florida.
•The legislation signals a shift towards state control over energy and environmental policy, potentially limiting localized clean energy initiatives and creating regulatory uncertainty for future projects.

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CleanTechnica•12 days ago

Rideence To Start Local Assembly Of Electric Vehicles At AVA Plant In Mombasa, Kenya

•Rideence Africa, an integrated e-mobility provider in Kenya, is commencing local assembly of electric vehicles at the AVA Plant in Mombasa.
•The company already operates a large electric ride-hailing fleet and is developing a nationwide EV charging network, indicating significant future electricity demand.
•Local EV assembly is expected to accelerate EV adoption in Kenya, creating new large load opportunities for power developers and IPPs through charging infrastructure.

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CleanTechnica•12 days ago

Doyne Farmer Wants To Drag Economics Into The 21st Century

•The article highlights Doyne Farmer's perspective that economics suffers from an over-reliance on mathematics without sufficient physics-based approaches, leading to inaccurate predictions.
•This piece offers a high-level critique of economic modeling rather than specific market, policy, or project intelligence relevant to power developers, large power consumers, or IPPs.

CleanTechnica•12 days ago

175 MW Energy Storage Project Launched In Maine

•A 175 MW energy storage project has been launched in Maine, representing a significant investment in grid infrastructure and renewable energy integration.
•This project aligns with the broader industry trend of transitioning away from aging coal-fired power plants, driven by environmental and climate change concerns.
•For developers, this signals a robust and growing market for large-scale energy storage solutions, while large power consumers can expect enhanced grid reliability and cleaner energy options.

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CleanTechnica•12 days ago

Is Tesla Really In Trouble This Time?

•The article addresses concerns about Tesla's automotive sales performance, specifically regarding 'low Tesla sales' in the first months of quarters.
•It suggests that past interpretations of slow starts have often been a 'misunderstanding or misrepresentation' of Tesla's typical sales cycles.
•No specific facts, figures, market impacts, policy changes, or project announcements relevant to power developers, large power consumers, or IPPs are provided in the snippet.

Utility Dive•12 days ago

CISA seeks critical infrastructure sector input on cyber-incident reporting rule

•CISA is actively seeking input from critical infrastructure sectors on a forthcoming cyber-incident reporting rule.
•A specific town hall meeting for the energy and nuclear sectors is scheduled for March 9th to gather feedback.
•This pending regulation will introduce new compliance obligations for developers, IPPs, and large power consumers (e.g., datacenters) regarding cybersecurity incident detection and reporting.

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Utility Dive•12 days ago

Treasury issues FEOC guidance, clarifies material assistance cost ratio

•Treasury issued interim safe harbor guidance for calculating a project or component’s Material Assistance Cost Ratio (MACR).
•The guidance clarifies relevant MACR thresholds, which are critical for determining eligibility for certain clean energy tax credits.
•This regulatory update provides essential clarity for developers and IPPs on supply chain compliance and foreign entity of concern (FEOC) requirements.

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POWER Magazine•12 days ago

Plus Power Adds Major Energy Storage Project to ISO New England Grid

•Plus Power has brought online the 175-MW/350-MWh Cross Town Energy Storage facility in Maine, now the largest battery storage project in New England.
•This utility-scale battery project significantly enhances grid stability and flexibility within the ISO New England region, providing critical peak demand management and energy arbitrage capabilities.
•The successful deployment of such a large-scale storage asset demonstrates the increasing viability and market penetration of battery energy storage, setting a precedent for future development and investment in constrained markets.

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CleanTechnica•12 days ago

China Floating Turbine Passes Testing & Completes A Grid-Connected Flight

•China's S2000 Stratosphere Airborne Wind Energy System (SAWES), a megawatt-class floating turbine, successfully completed a grid-connected test flight.
•This marks a significant milestone for airborne wind energy technology, demonstrating its potential for integration into the power grid.
•The project, operated by Beijing Lanyi Yunchuan Energy Technology Co., took place in Yibin, Sichuan Province.

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CleanTechnica•12 days ago

VinFast Teases Limo Green Electric MPV in Philippines, Formal Launch Expected in 1st Quarter

•VinFast, an electric vehicle OEM, is launching its 7-seat Limo Green electric MPV in the Philippines, with a formal market entry expected in Q1.
•This move signifies growing EV market penetration in Southeast Asia, specifically targeting the multi-purpose vehicle segment.
•Increased EV adoption will contribute to rising electricity demand in the Philippines, impacting grid infrastructure planning and future generation capacity requirements for developers and IPPs.

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POWER Magazine•12 days ago

Helion Announces Fusion Milestone, Moves Closer to Commercial Deployment

•Helion's Polaris prototype achieved a significant fusion milestone, demonstrating measurable deuterium-tritium fusion and 150 million degrees Celsius plasma temperatures, marking progress in privately funded fusion research.
•This development signals a long-term potential for a new, carbon-free baseload energy source, which could eventually impact future energy supply and pricing for large power consumers and IPPs.
•While promising, commercial deployment of fusion energy remains years, if not decades, away, meaning no immediate impact on current power development projects, market dynamics, or policy for developers and large loads.

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Energy Storage News•12 days ago

‘Beyond a lithium-only future’: How US trade rules could accelerate BESS diversification

•US trade rules, specifically changes to FEOC (Foreign Entity of Concern) and Section 301 tariffs, are being adjusted to accelerate BESS diversification beyond lithium-ion.
•This policy shift aims to reduce reliance on specific foreign supply chains and promote alternative battery technologies, such as organic flow batteries.
•Developers and IPPs should anticipate changes in BESS technology availability, supply chain requirements, and potentially project economics due to these trade rule adjustments.

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Energy Storage News•12 days ago

EnergyAustralia reaches financial close on 250MWh BESS in South Australia

•EnergyAustralia has reached financial close on a 250MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Hallett, South Australia.
•This significant grid-scale storage project enhances grid stability and reliability in the South Australian market.
•For developers and IPPs, it signals continued investment opportunities in large-scale energy storage and reinforces the viability of BESS projects.

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Energy Storage News•12 days ago

CleanCo opens 500MWh Tesla Megapack BESS in Queensland, Australia

•CleanCo Queensland has officially commissioned the 250MW/500MWh Swanbank BESS, utilizing Tesla Megapack technology, in Ipswich, Australia.
•This significant grid-scale battery storage asset enhances grid stability, provides ancillary services, and supports the integration of intermittent renewable energy sources in the Queensland market.
•The project signals continued strong investment and a supportive environment for large-scale battery storage development, offering opportunities for developers and ensuring more reliable power for large industrial and commercial consumers.

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CleanTechnica•13 days ago

Tesla’s Sales in China Drop 45% Year over Year

•Tesla's EV sales in China dropped 45% year-over-year in January.
•This follows a 23% sales decline across 12 European markets for the company.
•The significant sales drop from a leading EV OEM could indicate a slowdown in EV adoption rates or increased market competition.

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CleanTechnica•13 days ago

Electric Vehicle Sales Fell As Hybrid Vehicle Sales Continued To Rise In 2025

•Total xEV sales (hybrid, BEV, PHEV) reached 22% of US light-duty vehicles in 2025, up from 20% in 2024, indicating continued overall electrification growth.
•Within the xEV segment, hybrid electric vehicles gained market share, while battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle sales decreased in 2025.
•This trend suggests a potential moderation in the pace of pure BEV adoption, impacting load growth projections for charging infrastructure developers and grid planners.

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