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Energy Storage News•26 days ago

HDRE, Brawn Capital put ‘100% merchant’ BESS into operation in northern Japan

•A 50MW/104MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) has commenced 100% merchant operation in Hokkaido, Japan, developed by Manoa Energy and HD Renewable Energy Japan.
•This project demonstrates a viable model for standalone storage revenue generation without long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs), relying solely on market dynamics and arbitrage.
•The successful deployment highlights growing opportunities for energy storage developers and investors in competitive markets willing to take on market risk for potentially higher returns.

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Energy Storage News•26 days ago

World Bank supports multi-gigawatt cross-border renewable energy project in Malaysia

•World Bank is investing in a massive 4GW solar and 5.12GWh battery storage complex in Malaysia, representing a significant commitment to large-scale renewable energy infrastructure.
•The project is a key component of a pan-Southeast Asian power grid initiative, signaling growing opportunities for cross-border power trade and enhanced regional grid stability for developers and large power consumers.
•World Bank involvement de-risks the project and indicates strong international policy and financial support for multi-gigawatt renewable energy and grid integration, potentially unlocking further investment.

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CleanTechnica•26 days ago

An Elegy for NREL and the Passing of America’s Renewable Compass

•The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has been renamed the "National Laboratory of the Rockies," removing "Renewable" from its title.
•This administrative change signals a potential shift in federal energy research priorities and commitment to explicit renewable energy development.
•For developers and large power consumers, this could imply future impacts on renewable technology innovation, market sentiment, and long-term policy support affecting project viability and PPA strategies.

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CleanTechnica•26 days ago

BYD BEV Sales Up 20% in November

•BYD's full electric vehicle (BEV) sales increased by 19.9% in November 2025 compared to the previous year, demonstrating continued strong growth in pure EV adoption.
•This BEV growth was partially offset by a 22.4% decline in plugin hybrid sales, leading to a 5.8% overall decrease in BYD's total plugin vehicle sales for the month.
•The sustained robust performance of BEVs, despite overall plugin vehicle market fluctuations, reinforces the long-term trend of transportation electrification, signaling future increases in electricity demand for charging infrastructure and potential grid upgrades.

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CleanTechnica•26 days ago

Hurricanes in 2024 Led to the Most Hours without Power in the United States in 10 Years

•U.S. electricity customers experienced an average of 11 hours of power interruptions in 2024, nearly double the annual average of the preceding decade.
•Major hurricanes (Beryl, Helene, Milton) were responsible for 80% of these increased outage hours, highlighting extreme weather's growing impact on grid reliability.
•This trend signals an urgent need for enhanced grid resilience, distributed generation, and robust backup power strategies for developers and large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•26 days ago

Missing in Action? Europe’s Mineral Finance Approach

•Europe is intensifying efforts to secure critical raw materials, particularly for batteries and other clean energy technologies, aiming for diverse supply chains.
•The article highlights Europe's policy initiatives, such as Strategic Partnerships, Clean Trade & Investment Partnerships, and Global Gateway, as mechanisms to finance and secure these vital mineral supplies.
•For developers, this indicates potential future stability or instability in the supply and cost of key components for solar, wind, and storage projects, depending on the success of these financing approaches.

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CleanTechnica•26 days ago

NIO Sales Soar 76%

•NIO, an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, reported significant sales growth of 76.3% year-over-year, delivering 36,275 vehicles in November, marking its second-highest sales month on record.
•This sustained high growth in EV adoption signals a rapidly increasing demand for electrical power and charging infrastructure, impacting grid load profiles and requiring substantial grid modernization and expansion.
•For developers and IPPs, this trend indicates a growing market for new generation (especially renewables), energy storage, and transmission projects to support the electrification of transport.

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CleanTechnica•26 days ago

XPENG Sales Rise 19% in November

•XPENG, an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, reported a 19% year-over-year sales increase in November, indicating continued EV market expansion.
•This sustained growth in EV adoption contributes to a rising demand for electricity, impacting grid planning and future load projections.
•Developers and large power consumers should consider the accelerating electrification of transportation as a significant driver for future power demand and infrastructure needs.

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CleanTechnica•26 days ago

Tesla Appears to Have 29 Robotaxis in Operation in Austin

•Tesla is rapidly expanding its 'Robotaxi' fleet in Austin, with 29 vehicles currently and plans to roughly double that number in December.
•This expansion represents a concentrated and growing electric vehicle (EV) charging load that will impact local grid demand and infrastructure planning within the ERCOT region.
•The 'not truly driverless' status highlights ongoing technological development and potential regulatory challenges that could influence the pace and scale of future EV fleet deployments.

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Energy Storage News•26 days ago

Fortescue deploys 250MWh BYD battery system in Western Australia

•Fortescue, a major industrial player, has completed the deployment of a 250MWh BYD battery energy storage system (BESS) at its North Star Junction site in Western Australia.
•This project highlights a significant trend of large industrial consumers integrating substantial battery storage for enhanced operational resilience and energy management.
•The use of BYD as the OEM demonstrates a specific vendor's capability in delivering large-scale BESS solutions for industrial applications.

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CleanTechnica•26 days ago

German Study Finds Tesla Model Y Has Worst Reliability of 2022–2023 Models … And Worse!

•A German TÜV study reportedly found the Tesla Model Y to have the worst reliability among 2022-2023 models.
•This report focuses on automotive product quality and has no direct implications for power generation project development, grid infrastructure, or large industrial power consumption strategies.
•While EV adoption trends impact electricity demand, the reliability of a single EV model is unlikely to significantly alter long-term power market forecasts or investment decisions for IPPs and developers.

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CleanTechnica•27 days ago

More US States Are Promoting Balcony Solar

•Multiple US states are considering legislation to promote balcony solar, following Utah's lead, indicating a growing policy interest in highly distributed, consumer-level renewable energy.
•This trend highlights an increasing push for small-scale, localized solar deployment, which could incrementally contribute to overall distributed generation capacity.
•While not directly impacting utility-scale projects, widespread adoption of balcony solar could subtly influence local grid dynamics, net metering policies, and future energy planning discussions relevant to larger energy stakeholders.

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CleanTechnica•27 days ago

Tesla Model 3 Standard Range — 6-Year, 60,000-Mile Review

•A 2019 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus has demonstrated 6 years and 60,000 miles of operation, providing data on EV durability and battery longevity.
•The demonstrated long lifespan of EVs supports projections for sustained growth in electricity demand, requiring increased generation and grid infrastructure development.
•Long-term performance data from EV batteries, even in consumer vehicles, contributes to the overall understanding of battery technology reliability for grid-scale storage and potential V2G applications.

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CleanTechnica•27 days ago

Finally: A Proper All-Terrain Tire That Doesn’t Ruin Your EV Range

•Pirelli's new Scorpion XTM all-terrain tire is highlighted for its ability to maintain EV range, addressing a key performance concern for off-road capable electric vehicles.
•This technological advancement in EV components could enhance the utility and accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in diverse commercial and industrial applications.
•Increased EV efficiency and adoption, driven by innovations like these tires, will contribute to growing electricity demand and necessitate planning for expanded charging infrastructure and grid capacity.

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Utility Dive•27 days ago

Utilities, regulators look to accelerate pilots to achieve speed-to-innovation

•Utilities and regulators are actively seeking to accelerate pilot programs for new energy technologies.
•The initiative focuses on establishing clear cost limits, timelines, and scaling parameters to overcome the industry's traditional risk aversion.
•This signals a push for more structured and predictable pathways for innovation, creating potential opportunities for developers of novel energy solutions.

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POWER Magazine•27 days ago

Data Centers and the Grid: Key Insights from POWER’s Inaugural Data Center POWER eXchange Summit

•Artificial intelligence is poised to create the fastest, largest, and most concentrated surge of electricity demand.
•This accelerating data center load is leading to significant tightening of grid constraints.
•The article summarizes key insights from a summit focused on the collision between data center demand and grid limitations.

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POWER Magazine•27 days ago

Emerson Addresses Power Industry’s AI-Driven Demand Surge

•The power industry is experiencing unprecedented demand growth, primarily driven by data centers and artificial intelligence (AI) applications.
•This surge creates significant opportunities and challenges for utilities, equipment manufacturers (like Emerson), and the broader power generation ecosystem.
•Emerson, through its North American Power business, is addressing these new market dynamics.

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POWER Magazine•27 days ago

China’s Molten Salt Reactor Reaches Thorium-Uranium Conversion Milestone

•China's SINAP successfully demonstrated thorium-to-uranium fuel conversion within an operating molten salt reactor (MSR), marking a significant R&D milestone.
•This achievement advances the potential for MSRs to utilize abundant thorium, offering a long-term, sustainable, and low-carbon nuclear fuel cycle.
•While still in early development, successful MSR deployment could eventually provide a new, stable baseload power option, impacting future energy supply diversification for large consumers and IPPs.

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POWER Magazine•27 days ago

Flamanville 3: Europe’s Hard-Won Nuclear Milestone

•Flamanville 3, a European nuclear reactor, synchronized to the French grid in December 2024 after a significantly prolonged and challenging construction period.
•The project's completion highlights the extreme difficulty, extensive technical recovery efforts, and stringent regulatory oversight inherent in large-scale nuclear power development.
•Lessons learned from Flamanville 3's arduous journey are actively shaping future policy and project execution strategies for nuclear energy in Europe, impacting developers and IPPs considering similar ventures.

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POWER Magazine•27 days ago

Marnie Surfaceblow: Vicious Viscosity

•The article warns that using lubricants outside their design specifications can lead to unexpected and costly equipment failures.
•This highlights a critical operational risk for power generation assets and large industrial machinery, potentially causing significant downtime and increased maintenance expenses.
•For developers and large power consumers, adhering strictly to OEM guidelines for lubricants is essential to ensure asset reliability and minimize operational disruptions.

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