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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Over 860 Public EV Chargers Operating At Sheetz & WaWa

•Major retail chains (Sheetz, WaWa, Walmart, Kroger) are rapidly expanding public EV fast charging infrastructure, with over 860 chargers already operational at Sheetz/WaWa and thousands more planned across other retailers.
•This expansion signifies a substantial increase in distributed electricity demand, creating new load profiles and potential grid stress points at retail locations.
•For developers and large power consumers, this trend indicates growing opportunities in energy management, grid upgrades, and potentially new PPA structures to serve these expanding EV charging loads.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

DOE funding bill ignores some of Trump’s requested cuts

•Congress allocated $320 million to the DOE's solar and wind energy programs, directly countering a White House request to zero out their funding.
•This continued federal financial support signals robust governmental backing for renewable energy development, offering stability and predictability for solar and wind project developers.
•For large power consumers, sustained investment in these programs can lead to further innovation, potentially driving down long-term energy costs and expanding clean energy procurement options.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

How A Revisionist Tax Focus Is Affecting Us

•Florida TaxWatch has released its 2026 legislative tax priorities, signaling potential shifts in statewide tax policy.
•These proposed 'revisionist' tax changes could impact the financial viability and operational costs for energy developers and large power consumers in Florida.
•The article suggests these Florida-specific tax discussions may foreshadow broader tax policy trends relevant to energy initiatives in other US states.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

DOE orders diesel generators to be ready as electric sector prepares for Winter Storm Fern

•The Department of Energy (DOE) has directed grid operators to prepare up to 35 GW of backup generation, primarily diesel, in anticipation of Winter Storm Fern.
•This mandate highlights a critical and immediate need for dispatchable, reliable capacity to ensure grid stability during extreme weather events, signaling potential market value for flexible generation assets.
•Large power consumers should prepare for potential grid instability, high energy prices, and increased reliance on demand response or self-generation capabilities during such periods.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

FERC commissioners see progress in PJM data center, power supply plans

•FERC Chairman notes significant improvement in PJM stakeholder cooperation on grid and power supply plans.
•PJM is actively addressing the growing power demands, particularly from data centers, with improved stakeholder engagement.
•This positive shift suggests a potentially smoother and more predictable environment for developers and large loads seeking to connect in PJM.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

You Can’t Buy This, America (Unless You’re Tearing It Down): Xiaomi YU7 Max

•Chinese EV manufacturers (Geely, GWM, Kosmera, NIO, BYD, Xiaomi) are showcasing advanced vehicles at major US tech events like CES, indicating significant technological progress and competitive presence.
•The Xiaomi YU7 Max and other Chinese EVs are not directly available for purchase in the US market, suggesting existing trade barriers or regulatory hurdles.
•The article's title, 'Unless You're Tearing It Down,' implies a focus on competitive intelligence, reverse engineering, or studying these vehicles for technological insights, which could impact future product development or manufacturing strategies in the US.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Opening Up EV Trade in Canada, Leaving USA Behind

•Canada's new policy allows open trade of Electric Vehicles (EVs) with China, potentially leading to a significant influx of lower-cost Chinese EVs into the Canadian market.
•This policy shift is expected to accelerate EV adoption rates across Canada, driving substantial new electricity demand for charging infrastructure.
•For power developers and IPPs, this presents a clear opportunity for new generation projects and grid upgrades to support increased load growth.

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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

Third utility-scale battery storage project proposed for Western Australia’s Collie

•Palmer Renewable Energy has proposed a 200MW solar-plus-storage project near Collie, Western Australia.
•The project is undergoing an EPBC Act referral, indicating environmental and regulatory assessment as a key development hurdle.
•This announcement signifies continued growth in Western Australia's utility-scale renewable energy and storage market, impacting future supply and competition.

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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

Fortescue claims ‘record-low pricing’ for large-scale battery storage in Australia

•Fortescue claims to have secured large-scale battery storage in Australia at unprecedented 'record-low pricing'.
•This indicates a maturing and increasingly competitive market for battery energy storage systems (BESS) in Australia, potentially setting new benchmarks for future projects.
•For developers and IPPs, this suggests improved project economics for battery storage deployments, potentially leading to more competitive Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for hybrid renewable projects or standalone storage.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

The Assumptions That Broke: China, India, and the End of Fossil Growth Models

•Battery electric heavy-duty trucks (BEV HDT) surpassed 50% of new sales in China by December 2026, marking a critical turning point for heavy freight electrification.
•This rapid market penetration challenges long-standing assumptions about diesel's dominance in heavy transport, indicating a significant and accelerated shift away from fossil fuels.
•The article's broader theme, 'the end of fossil growth models,' suggests profound implications for energy demand, supply, and policy in major global economies.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

CATL Wins World Economic Forum’s MINDS Award for AI-Driven Next-Generation Battery Design

•CATL received the World Economic Forum’s MINDS Award for its AI-driven lithium-ion battery design methodology, signaling a global benchmark for industrial AI application in energy storage.
•This innovation promises accelerated R&D cycles, leading to faster development of higher-performance, potentially lower-cost, and more energy-dense battery storage solutions.
•For developers and IPPs, this implies improved project economics, enhanced grid integration capabilities, and a wider range of competitive storage options in the near future.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Hyundai IONIQ 9 Secures Top Honors for Safety, Quality and Reliability

•Hyundai's IONIQ 9, a flagship 3-row electric SUV, is receiving top safety, quality, and reliability awards in the US and Europe.
•This recognition highlights the maturation and growing consumer confidence in the high-end EV market segment.
•The continued success of dependable EVs signifies an accelerating shift in transportation, driving increased electricity demand for developers and large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Environmental, Consumer Groups Challenge Trump’s Unlawful Coal Plant Extensions

•Environmental and consumer groups are challenging the Department of Energy's invocation of Section 202(c) of the Federal Power Act to force two Indiana coal plants to remain online past their planned retirement dates.
•This action highlights significant regulatory risk and potential legal challenges to federal intervention in power plant retirement decisions, particularly concerning coal assets.
•The outcome of this challenge could impact future plant retirement schedules, capacity market dynamics, and the investment certainty for new generation projects intended to replace retiring assets.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

EU to Phase Out Damaging Soy Biofuels

•The EU will no longer count soy biofuels towards its renewable energy targets, effective from 2026, due to new research linking them to significant deforestation and indirect land-use change (ILUC).
•This policy change aims to curb CO2 emissions and biodiversity loss associated with soy cultivation for biofuels, signaling a stricter stance on sustainability criteria for renewable energy sources.
•For developers and large power consumers in the EU, this creates a gap in the renewable energy mix, potentially increasing demand for other certified sustainable biofuels or accelerating investment in non-biofuel renewable electricity generation (e.g., wind, solar, storage) to meet targets.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Rye On A Roll: US Developer Greenlit For Massive Pumped Hydro Energy Storage Project On Brownfield

•The Goldendale Energy Storage Project, a 1.2 GW pumped hydro facility in Washington State, has received key regulatory approval, moving closer to development.
•This massive brownfield project significantly expands grid-scale, long-duration energy storage capacity in the US, enhancing grid stability and reliability.
•The addition of 1.2 GW of storage facilitates greater integration of intermittent renewable energy, potentially reducing curtailment and stabilizing wholesale power prices.

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POWER Magazine•about 1 month ago

Microsoft Commits to Full Electricity Cost Recovery in Data Center Communities

•Microsoft is the first major hyperscaler to publicly commit to a comprehensive framework for full electricity cost recovery for its AI data centers.
•The commitment aims to prevent residential utility rate increases by ensuring data centers 'pay their way' for grid impacts.
•Microsoft pledges to directly fund grid infrastructure and enhance utility coordination, shifting significant investment burden to the hyperscaler.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Chinese Vehicles Are Gaining Serious Traction in South Africa’s Overall Used Vehicle Market

•Chinese vehicle brands are rapidly gaining market share in South Africa's used car market, indicating a significant shift in consumer preference.
•This trend is projected to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) in South Africa, as Chinese brands are aggressive in the EV sector.
•Increased EV adoption implies a future surge in electricity demand, requiring significant grid infrastructure development and new generation capacity planning for developers and large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Major success from the Electric Home Show – 3 months before it even happens

•CleanTechnica is launching its first major event, the Electric Home Show, in Honolulu in April, featuring a dedicated industry day for professionals.
•The event's focus on 'earth-friendly' and 'electric home' themes signals increasing market momentum and consumer interest in residential electrification and distributed energy solutions.
•The reported 'major success' pre-event suggests strong industry engagement and potential networking opportunities for developers and IPPs in the distributed energy and smart home sectors.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

Can rising power demand boost renewables above policy obstacles in 2026?

•The power industry is facing new Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) rules and the scheduled expiration of some Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) tax credits, creating policy uncertainty.
•Significant load growth is driving increased electricity demand across the grid.
•Rising electricity bills are creating market opportunities for new, potentially more cost-effective, power generation solutions.

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POWER Magazine•about 1 month ago

Former Smelter Site Now Home to 1.2-GW Pumped Storage Hydro Project

•A 1.2 GW pumped storage hydro project in Washington state, developed by Rye Development and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), has received a 50-year operating license from FERC.
•This significant regulatory approval de-risks the project, paving the way for construction and integration into the regional grid.
•The project's scale provides substantial long-duration energy storage, critical for grid stability, integrating intermittent renewables, and firming capacity for large power consumers.

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