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Utility Dive•27 days ago

Beyond new wires: The untapped path to grid resilience

•Grid resilience can be most affordably and quickly achieved by maximizing existing and incentivizing new distributed energy resources (DERs) in homes and businesses.
•This approach prioritizes localized DER solutions over traditional 'new wires' (transmission) infrastructure for enhancing grid stability.
•For developers, this signals a growing market for DER installation and integration services, driven by new incentive programs and policy shifts.

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Utility Dive•27 days ago

Power plants in SPP can expand up to 20% under new FERC-approved fast-track review

•FERC has approved a new fast-track review process allowing power plants in the SPP region to expand capacity by up to 20%.
•Developers must demonstrate secured financing and equipment, and commit to bringing the expanded capacity online within five years.
•This regulatory change provides a streamlined pathway for existing generators to add capacity, potentially impacting regional supply and project timelines for developers.

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Utility Dive•27 days ago

Tariffs continue to weigh on manufacturing as PMI index shows contraction

•The manufacturing sector is experiencing contraction, as indicated by the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI).
•Tariffs are identified as a significant factor weighing on manufacturing, implying potential cost increases for industrial inputs and power project components, or reduced demand from industrial loads.
•Ongoing policy uncertainty regarding the 'legality of the tariffs' is hindering recovery and future planning for industrial operations, creating headwinds for large industrial power consumers.

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Utility Dive•27 days ago

Ionna plans $250M investment in EV charging infrastructure in California

•Ionna, a joint venture of eight automakers, plans a $250M investment in California EV charging infrastructure as part of a larger goal to install 30,000 bays across the U.S. by 2030.
•This significant EV charging buildout represents a substantial new and growing load on the grid, particularly in California, impacting regional electricity demand and potentially grid stability.
•Developers and IPPs should anticipate increased demand for generation, transmission, and distribution upgrades to support this new load, creating opportunities for new projects and grid services.

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POWER Magazine•27 days ago

How AI Is Breathing New Life into Aging Coal-Fired Power Assets

•AI is being leveraged to extend the operational lifespan and potentially enhance the performance of existing coal-fired power plants.
•This trend could delay the retirement of traditional baseload generation, influencing future capacity markets and the need for new development.
•Large power consumers might see continued availability of existing baseload resources, though the long-term environmental implications of prolonged coal operation remain a key consideration.

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POWER Magazine•27 days ago

A Guide to Asset Management Software Solutions for Power Industry Leaders

•Power companies face increasing challenges in asset management, driven by aging infrastructure and the need to integrate a diverse mix of generation assets, from renewables to baseload units.
•The article highlights the critical role of asset management software solutions in maintaining equipment reliability and meeting stringent industry reliability standards.
•For developers and large power consumers, this implies a growing focus on grid reliability and operational efficiency, which can impact interconnection processes, grid stability, and the cost of power delivery.

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POWER Magazine•27 days ago

Old Turbines, New Tricks: How Retrofits Drive Efficiency and Extend Lifespans in Power Generation

•Aging power generation turbines are being retrofitted with modern control systems to extend equipment lifespans and enhance operational efficiency.
•This strategy leverages robust global support networks for implementation, indicating strong OEM or specialized service provider involvement.
•For developers, retrofits offer a cost-effective path to improve existing asset competitiveness, potentially deferring new capital expenditures.

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POWER Magazine•27 days ago

Future-Proofing Wind Turbine Communications: Why Fibre Optic Rotary Joints Are the Next Frontier

•Fibre optic rotary joints are emerging as a replacement for traditional electrical slip rings in wind turbine nacelles.
•This technological shift aims to 'future-proof' wind turbine communications, implying enhanced reliability and data transfer capabilities.
•The change represents a 'quieter revolution' focused on core component improvement, distinct from more visible issues like bearing and blade failures, but critical for long-term operational efficiency.

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POWER Magazine•27 days ago

BESS: Storing Potential for the UK’s Energy Future

•The UK's battery energy storage capacity is projected to triple by 2030 and could reach 50 GW by mid-century, indicating a massive market expansion.
•This explosive growth will fundamentally reshape the UK's power landscape, creating significant development opportunities for BESS IPPs and developers.
•For large power consumers, this expansion implies enhanced grid stability, potential for more competitive energy pricing, and increased opportunities for demand-side management and co-located storage solutions.

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CleanTechnica•27 days ago

Ethio Telecom Expands Its EV Charging Network with the Launch of a Third Super-Fast Smart Station in Addis Ababa

•Ethio Telecom launched its third super-fast smart EV charging station in Addis Ababa, adding capacity for 16 vehicles.
•This expansion increases Ethio Telecom's total EV charging network capacity to 48 vehicles simultaneously across its Fast Charging Hubs.
•The initiative aligns with Ethiopia's national policy to promote EV adoption, following a significant policy decision made last year.

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Energy Storage News•27 days ago

‘Italy is a natural market for batteries’: Greenvolt Power on its MACSE-winning project

•Greenvolt Power secured a contract for a 75MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Italy's recent MACSE auction.
•Italy is identified as a 'natural market for batteries,' indicating strong potential and demand for energy storage projects.
•The MACSE auction represents a key policy mechanism supporting the deployment of utility-scale battery storage in Italy.

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Energy Storage News•27 days ago

Skeleton Tech begins manufacturing high-power solutions to AI boom in Europe

•Skeleton Technologies has opened two new European production plants for high-power energy storage solutions.
•The expansion is specifically aimed at addressing the surging power demands driven by the 'AI boom,' indicating a focus on data centers and high-load industrial applications.
•This development signifies increased availability and potential for advanced, fast-response energy storage technologies in the European market for developers and large power consumers.

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Energy Storage News•27 days ago

Multiple gigawatts of European BESS project M&A, financing and route-to-market deals

•Multiple gigawatts of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) capacity in Europe are actively being acquired, financed, and secured for route-to-market (RTM) by major players like RWE, Verbund, and Giga Storage.
•This surge in deal activity across M&A, financing, and RTM indicates a maturing and highly active market for BESS projects, offering clear pathways for developers to monetize assets.
•For large power consumers, the significant BESS deployment enhances grid stability, provides flexible capacity, and creates opportunities for demand-side participation and more resilient power supply.

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Utility Dive•27 days ago

When 10-year grid plans compress into 3: Meeting the AI power surge

Utility Dive•27 days ago

Enabling integrated system planning with GE Vernova’s PlanOS

Utility Dive•27 days ago

Rethinking reliability: Why IBRs need independent verification

CleanTechnica•27 days ago

E-Bikes Aren’t The Same As The Bikes You Rode When You Were A Kid

•E-bikes represent a growing segment of electric transportation, contributing to overall electricity demand and the broader electrification trend.
•Their energy efficiency and eco-friendliness align with decarbonization goals, potentially driving policy support for electrification and related infrastructure.
•Increased e-bike adoption, particularly in urban centers, could necessitate planning for charging infrastructure and managing localized grid impacts, alongside potential safety regulations.

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CleanTechnica•27 days ago

The Strange Time Compression of Sodium-Ion Battery Development

•Chinese battery manufacturers, led by CATL and BYD, hold over 50% of the global EV battery market, producing 811.7 GWh from January to September 2025.
•The article emphasizes the 'strange time compression' in sodium-ion battery development, indicating rapid technological progress and accelerated market readiness.
•This rapid advancement suggests the imminent availability of a new, potentially lower-cost and more abundant battery chemistry for energy storage.

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CleanTechnica•27 days ago

You’d Really Miss Renewables This Winter If They Weren’t Available

•Solar and wind power are presented as cost-competitive with fossil fuels at utility scale, signaling strong economic viability for developers.
•Renewables offer significant environmental and public health benefits, reducing global warming stress and harmful emissions.
•The article's title suggests that solar and wind are becoming critical, if not indispensable, components of the winter energy supply mix.

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CleanTechnica•28 days ago

Bring on the Rebadges! Leapmotor at Auto Guangzhou

•Automotive manufacturers Leapmotor and Stellantis are partnering to rebrand vehicles for localized markets, as showcased at Auto Guangzhou.
•The strategy involves applying 'localized flavors' to a common vehicle platform to appeal to diverse consumer preferences.
•This article focuses on automotive product strategy and does not contain direct actionable intelligence for power developers, large power consumers, or IPPs regarding energy markets, projects, or policy.