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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Here Comes Concentrating Solar Power To Decarbonize Industrial Heat

•US startup GlassPoint is advancing Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) technology specifically for decarbonizing industrial heat processes.
•The company is targeting major solar markets including the US Southwest, Southern Europe, the Middle East, and South America, indicating significant global potential for industrial CSP applications.
•This development offers large industrial power consumers and IPPs a new, emissions-reducing pathway for their thermal energy needs, potentially impacting long-term energy procurement strategies.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

From Beta to Data: Marine Energy Analysis Tool Is Now Stable & Ready

•National lab researchers released MHKiT v1.0, a free, publicly available software tool for processing, analyzing, visualizing, and standardizing marine energy data.
•The tool is designed to help marine energy developers save significant time, money, and effort in project development and optimization.
•By streamlining data analysis, MHKiT aims to accelerate the commercialization and reduce the cost of marine energy projects, making them more viable for future grid integration.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

NLR & Blip Energy Collaborate on Smart Home Battery System

•Blip Energy's smart home battery system, a 'drop-in solution,' is advancing through the Wells Fargo Innovation Incubator (IN2), aiming to reduce residential electric bills and enhance grid reliability.
•Widespread adoption of such residential battery systems could reduce peak demand, potentially lowering capacity market requirements and wholesale energy prices, especially during high-stress periods, benefiting large consumers and impacting IPP dispatch.
•The collaboration between NLR and Blip Energy, supported by IN2, signifies continued investment and development in distributed energy resources (DERs) and demand-side management technologies.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

NLR Advances Battery-Free Power for Remote Maritime Sensors and Navigation Aids

•NLR is developing a compact, battery-free thermomagnetic generator that produces continuous electricity by leveraging natural temperature differences between ocean water and air.
•This technology targets remote maritime sensors and navigation aids, offering a reliable, low-maintenance power solution for off-grid, low-power applications.
•It represents an emerging niche in distributed generation, potentially reducing operational costs and environmental impact by eliminating the need for batteries and traditional fuel sources in specific remote infrastructure.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

100 Gigawatts Of CdTe Thin Film Solar By 2030, But How To Get There?

•A US industry-academic research team projects the potential for 100 GW/year of CdTe thin-film solar manufacturing capacity in the US by 2030.
•This significant increase in domestic manufacturing could enhance supply chain security, reduce reliance on foreign imports, and potentially drive down costs for solar projects.
•For developers and large power consumers, this implies greater availability of US-made solar modules, potentially leading to more competitive PPA pricing and faster project timelines.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Hundreds of Thousands of People Across U.S. Voice Opposition to Trump’s Plan to Expand Offshore Drilling

•Widespread public, local official, and business opposition (nearly 300,000 comments) was submitted against the Trump administration's proposed offshore drilling expansion plan.
•The opposition targets potential new oil & gas leases off Alaska, Gulf, and California coastlines, indicating significant policy and regulatory hurdles for future fossil fuel development in these key regions.
•For developers and large power consumers, this signals increasing political and social risk for new fossil fuel supply projects, potentially reinforcing the economic case for renewable energy and storage solutions.

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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

Trends to look out for at Energy Storage Summit Australia 2026

•Rapid expansion of grid-scale and long-duration energy storage is a central theme, driven by Australia's high renewable penetration and grid stability needs.
•Market design and regulatory reforms, including improved interconnection processes and capacity mechanisms, are critical for valuing and integrating diverse storage technologies.
•Discussions will cover evolving financing models and PPA structures for storage projects, alongside the impact of storage on wholesale energy prices and ancillary services markets.

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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

South Australia battery storage captures 4-hour AU$1,000/MWh price event as heatwave drives revenue uplift

•South Australian battery storage fleet capitalized on a 4-hour AU$1,000/MWh (US$700/MWh) price event during a heatwave.
•Batteries entered the high-price period at approximately 90% state of charge, maximizing discharge revenue.
•The event demonstrates significant revenue potential for battery storage assets during extreme weather and high demand periods.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Trump Admin Fast-Tracks Oil & Gas Drilling in National Forests, Removes Signage on Climate Change & Native American History

•The Trump administration is actively fast-tracking oil and gas drilling in national forests, signaling a significant policy shift towards deregulation and increased fossil fuel extraction.
•This push for increased domestic oil and gas supply could lead to lower natural gas prices, potentially impacting the economic competitiveness of gas-fired power generation for developers and electricity costs for large consumers.
•The broader administrative stance of downplaying climate change suggests a reduced emphasis on environmental regulations for energy projects, potentially streamlining permitting for fossil fuel developments.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Zayed Sustainability Prize Opens Global Call for Submissions for 2027 Cycle

•The Zayed Sustainability Prize has increased its fund to US $7.2 million for the 2027 cycle, inviting global submissions for innovative, scalable sustainability solutions.
•This initiative presents a significant funding opportunity for enterprises and developers focused on transformative solutions, potentially including advanced energy technologies, efficiency improvements, or new power generation methods.
•Now in its 18th year, the prize has a track record of positively impacting over 400 million people, indicating a focus on solutions with broad applicability and potential for large-scale deployment.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Could Trade Routes That Once Oppressed Now Liberate The Atlantic From Fossil Fuels? (Skipping the US?)

•Global trade relationships are undergoing significant realignment, with traditional alliances shifting and new ones forming.
•Canada is opening its market to Chinese Electric Vehicles, indicating a potential shift in EV supply chains and market access.
•European nations (UK, Finland) are actively seeking to strengthen ties with China, suggesting a broader geopolitical pivot that could influence energy and technology trade.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

The Particulars of PM 2.5

•PM 2.5, defined as particulate matter less than 2.5 microns, is a significant air pollutant driving urban environmental policy.
•New York's congestion pricing program exemplifies a policy trend to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality in central business districts.
•This focus on urban air quality signals increasing regulatory scrutiny and potential costs for power generation assets and large industrial consumers operating in or near populated areas, particularly concerning emissions.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Rivian R2 Close to Production!

•Rivian R2's impending production launch is poised to significantly expand the mass-market electric vehicle segment, mirroring the impact of Tesla's Model 3.
•This accelerated EV adoption will drive substantial increases in electricity demand, requiring significant investment in new generation capacity, grid upgrades, and charging infrastructure.
•Developers should anticipate growing opportunities for new solar, wind, and storage projects, while large power consumers must prepare for evolving load profiles and potential grid strain.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

This Grandmother Built A Home For Less Than $2,300

•A British grandmother built a cob home in rural Portugal for less than $2,300, utilizing local, natural materials (mud and straw) and self-taught construction methods.
•The project demonstrates extreme low-cost, self-sufficient housing construction, potentially inspiring conceptual approaches to decentralized, low-cost infrastructure development in remote or off-grid contexts.
•This article does not contain direct practical or actionable intelligence for power developers, large power consumers, or IPPs regarding energy generation, transmission, consumption, or market dynamics.

Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

Trump administration must release EV charger funds, court rules

•A U.S. District Court ruled that the Trump administration unlawfully withheld funds designated for the NEVI Formula Program.
•The court's decision mandates the release of federal funds intended for the development of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
•This ruling provides critical regulatory clarity and financial certainty for states and developers planning EV charging projects, enabling the progression of these initiatives.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

The Great American Boycott!

•Corporations, including large power consumers and IPPs, hold significant political influence in the United States.
•This corporate power and decision-making are vulnerable to consumer pressure and public sentiment, which can manifest as boycotts or other forms of activism.
•Developers and large power consumers should be aware that consumer-driven campaigns can impact corporate energy strategies, investment decisions, and public perception of projects or energy sources.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

DOE expands use of emergency orders amid winter freeze

•The Department of Energy (DOE) issued emergency waivers to PJM Interconnection, New York ISO, and Duke Energy in response to a winter freeze, expanding on previous directives.
•These waivers signal significant grid stress and the potential for temporary relaxation of operational or environmental regulations to ensure power supply during extreme weather events.
•For developers, this highlights the critical market need for reliable, dispatchable generation capacity, particularly resilient to severe weather, which could influence future capacity market designs and project investment.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

Honda dissolving its fuel cell system partnership with GM

•Honda is dissolving its fuel cell system partnership with GM, indicating a strategic shift in its hydrogen development approach.
•Despite the partnership's end, Honda explicitly states it will continue internal development of hydrogen fuel cell technology, aiming to make it a core business segment.
•For developers and large power consumers, this signals Honda's independent and strong commitment to becoming a direct OEM provider of fuel cell systems for various applications, potentially diversifying the market for hydrogen-based power solutions.

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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

Pumped hydro, high-temperature thermal storage, and geothermal LDES projects make key advancements across the US

•Three distinct long-duration energy storage (LDES) projects – pumped hydro, high-temperature thermal, and geothermal – have achieved significant milestones across the US.
•These advancements introduce viable, non-BESS alternatives for long-duration energy storage, expanding the technology options available to developers and IPPs.
•The progress in diverse LDES technologies signals a broadening market for grid resilience and long-term energy supply solutions for large power consumers.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

Solar manufacturing gains momentum in US, but shifting policies pose challenges

•U.S. solar manufacturing is experiencing significant growth and investment, indicating a push towards domestic production and supply chain resilience.
•Despite current momentum, the industry faces substantial challenges from 'shifting policies,' which are hindering the full reshoring of solar manufacturing.
•Increased domestic manufacturing could eventually stabilize supply chains and potentially impact long-term PPA pricing and project timelines for developers and large power consumers, though the industry still has a 'long way to go'.

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