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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

We’re Not in Norway, China, or California, But EVs (Mainly Teslas) Are Swarming in Utah

•Rapid EV adoption is expanding beyond traditional markets (Norway, China, California) to states like Utah, indicating a widespread and accelerating increase in electricity demand across the US.
•The 'swarming' of EVs, particularly Teslas, in Utah signals significant, localized load growth that will stress existing grid infrastructure and necessitate upgrades.
•This surge in EV-driven electricity demand creates substantial opportunities for developers to build new generation (renewable and firm), energy storage, and transmission projects.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

Groups sue FERC over its approval of SPP’s capacity accreditation plan

•Environmental groups (NRDC, Sierra Club) are suing FERC over its approval of the Southwest Power Pool's (SPP) capacity accreditation plan.
•The lawsuit alleges SPP's current methodologies unfairly favor fossil-fueled power plants over renewable resources in capacity markets.
•This legal challenge could lead to revisions in SPP's capacity accreditation rules, potentially altering revenue streams for different generation types and impacting capacity costs for large consumers in the SPP region.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

More small utilities participate in NERC’s grid attack simulation

•NERC's biennial GridEx security exercise is expanding its participant base to include smaller utilities and entities from outside the traditional electric sector.
•This broader participation aims to enhance the overall cybersecurity and physical security resilience of the North American electric grid.
•For large power consumers and developers, this indicates a concerted effort to improve grid reliability and reduce risks from cyber/physical attacks, which is critical for operational stability and project viability.

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POWER Magazine•about 1 month ago

Valmet’s Automation Solution for Improved Waste Management and Resource Efficiency at the New South Korean Incineration Facility

•Valmet is delivering an advanced automation system to a new waste-to-energy incineration facility under construction in Seongnam-si, South Korea.
•The system, ordered by EPC contractor GS E&C Corp., aims to optimize energy production, minimize emissions, and ensure efficient, consistent plant performance.
•This project highlights the increasing integration of intelligent automation to enhance operational efficiency and environmental outcomes in waste-to-energy facilities.

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POWER Magazine•about 1 month ago

Siemens and Samsung C&T Partner to Drive Next-Generation Infrastructure Projects

•Siemens and Samsung C&T have formed a global partnership, combining Siemens' digitalization, electrification, and automation expertise with Samsung C&T's EPC capabilities.
•The collaboration will initially focus on six landmark infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia, Thailand, and Canada.
•Targeted project types include airports, hospitals, buildings, and data centers, aiming to deliver unified, customer-centric solutions.

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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

How US battery startup Alsym Energy’s sodium-ion systems aim to go where LFP cannot

•Alsym Energy is developing sodium-ion battery systems designed to overcome limitations of LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) batteries, potentially offering superior performance or cost-effectiveness in specific applications.
•This emerging sodium-ion technology could provide a lower-cost, more sustainable, and potentially safer battery storage alternative, impacting project economics for developers and large power consumers.
•The introduction of a new, competitive battery chemistry like sodium-ion could diversify energy storage supply chains and reduce reliance on lithium, enhancing resilience for future deployments.

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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

Ireland ‘enters new era’ with battery storage units participating in wholesale market for first time

•Ireland has implemented new wholesale electricity market rules allowing battery storage assets to participate directly for the first time.
•This regulatory change creates new revenue streams and investment opportunities for battery storage developers and IPPs.
•Direct market participation for batteries enhances grid flexibility and reliability, potentially benefiting large power consumers through improved price stability and supply security.

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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

Italy’s MACSE and the evolution of BESS asset management in Europe

•Italy's recent MACSE auction for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) has driven prices down significantly while imposing strict operational requirements.
•This market trend underscores the critical importance of advanced asset management and operational execution for BESS project viability and profitability in Europe.
•Developers and IPPs must prioritize sophisticated operational strategies to succeed in competitive BESS markets and meet stringent grid service demands.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Ambitious Car CO2 Standards More Important Than Ever After Lawmakers Vote To Weaken 2040 Target

•EU lawmakers have voted to weaken the 2040 emissions reduction target to 85% and delay the start of ETS2 by one year.
•This policy adjustment signals a potentially slower overall decarbonization trajectory for the EU, impacting long-term carbon market price expectations.
•While the weakened target might offer a temporary reprieve from escalating carbon costs for large power consumers, the article emphasizes increased importance of sector-specific regulations like car CO2 standards.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Europe’s Affordable Car Project Needs to Put the Va Va Voom into Small EVs

•The European Union is launching an initiative to promote affordable, small electric vehicles (EVs), aiming to benefit consumers and bolster the domestic automotive industry.
•This policy seeks to accelerate EV adoption, contributing to significant emissions reductions while maintaining safety standards.
•Widespread deployment of these affordable small EVs is projected to substantially increase electricity demand across Europe, impacting grid planning, generation requirements, and charging infrastructure development for power developers and large consumers.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

How engineered building solutions support data center technologies to deliver AI workloads

CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Navien Brings A New Heat Pump Water Heater To Market With A Stainless Steel Tank

•Navien, a leading OEM in gas water heaters and boilers, has launched its first heat pump water heater (HPWH), the NWP 500, featuring a stainless steel tank, marking a significant entry into the electric appliance market.
•This move by a major incumbent signals accelerated competition and innovation in the HPWH sector, potentially leading to more durable and efficient options for developers and large commercial/residential projects.
•The product launch aligns with growing policy incentives (e.g., IRA) for building electrification and energy efficiency, offering developers more choices to meet green building standards and leverage financial benefits.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

African Nations Promote Locally Produced Solar Panels

•African nations are actively promoting and developing local solar panel manufacturing capabilities, leveraging technology transfer to establish regional supply chains.
•This emergence of local production could diversify procurement options for developers and large power consumers, potentially impacting panel costs (due to reduced logistics/tariffs or initial scale) and lead times for projects in the region.
•Expect increasing policy emphasis on local content requirements and incentives for projects utilizing domestically produced solar equipment, which will influence project development, financing structures, and PPA negotiations in Africa.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Hundreds Of Billions Of Farmed Shrimp Die Every Year For No Good Reason?

•The article identifies farmed shrimp as a significant contributor to climate change, citing 'hundreds of billions' of annual deaths as a major inefficiency in food production.
•It categorizes farmed shrimp among the 'worst foods for climate change' alongside beef, dairy, lamb, and pork due to its environmental footprint.
•While not directly addressing the power sector, the piece broadly highlights emissions and inefficiencies in other industries that contribute to overall climate goals.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

US EV Sales — Forecasts for 2026 & 2030

•US EV market is projected for significant growth by 2026 and 2030, driven by evolving EV policies and market dynamics.
•Anticipated EV adoption will substantially increase electricity demand, creating opportunities for new generation, storage, and transmission infrastructure development.
•The growth in EV load will impact grid stability, wholesale power prices, and the need for flexible resources, affecting large power consumers and IPPs.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

The quiet revolution in energy: How private innovation is reshaping the grid

CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Pioneering Teesside Autonomous Airport System Now in Operation

•Teesside International Airport launched the world's first simultaneous autonomous passenger and baggage transport system in October.
•The pioneering system was deployed through a £1 million (~$1.316 million) contract with autonomous vehicle specialist Aurrigo International plc.
•This project signifies a major advancement in aviation logistics, demonstrating the integration of autonomous technology into critical infrastructure.

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POWER Magazine•about 1 month ago

FERC Approves NRG Energy Plan to Buy 12.9 GW of Gas-Fired Generation

•FERC has approved NRG Energy's $12 billion acquisition of 12.9 GW of gas-fired generation from LS Power, primarily located within the PJM market.
•This transaction represents a significant consolidation of conventional generation assets under a single entity in PJM, potentially influencing future capacity market dynamics and power prices.
•The regulatory approval signals continued support for large-scale mergers and acquisitions involving existing generation assets, impacting the competitive landscape for independent power producers (IPPs) and developers.

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POWER Magazine•about 1 month ago

Blackstone Investing $1.2 Billion for 600-MW Gas-Fired Plant in West Virginia

•Blackstone is investing $1.2 billion to construct a 600 MW combined-cycle natural gas power plant (Wolf Summit Energy) in West Virginia.
•The project will feature GE Vernova equipment and is affiliated with Old Dominion Electric Cooperative, serving 1.5 million customers.
•This significant investment highlights continued development of dispatchable gas generation, impacting regional capacity and offering insights into project financing and OEM selection for developers and large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Omoda Launches All-New C7 PHEV SUV In South Africa At A Very Compelling Price For This Market

•Omoda has launched a new PHEV SUV in South Africa at an "aggressive" and "compelling" price point, signaling a significant push for electrified vehicles in the market.
•The entry of aggressively priced Chinese PHEVs is accelerating the shift in consumer trends towards electrified transport in South Africa.
•This growing adoption of PHEVs will contribute to increased electricity demand, requiring developers to plan for new generation capacity and grid infrastructure upgrades, and impacting load forecasting for large consumers.

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