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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

Apex finances 670MW of energy storage, wind, with US$2.79 billion financial commitments

•Apex Clean Energy secured US$2.79 billion in financial commitments for 670MW of utility-scale wind and energy storage projects.
•Projects are strategically located across Texas (ERCOT), Ohio (PJM), and Illinois (MISO), including the Raven Storage project in Texas.
•This substantial financing underscores strong investor confidence in large-scale, hybrid renewable energy solutions within key US power markets.

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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

NeoVolta, PotisEdge, Longi form JV for Georgia battery pack and BESS manufacturing facility

•NeoVolta, PotisEdge, and Longi have formed NeoVolta Power, a joint venture (JV) to establish a US battery energy storage system (BESS) manufacturing platform.
•The new BESS manufacturing facility will be located in Pendergrass, Georgia, aiming to boost domestic supply.
•This initiative is expected to improve supply chain resilience and potentially reduce lead times for BESS components for developers and large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

UK Floating Solar Power Performance Improved By Tracking

•UK floating solar projects can achieve a ~26% increase in annual energy production through the adoption of azimuthal tracking technology.
•This significant boost in energy output directly enhances the economic viability and competitiveness of floating solar installations.
•Developers and IPPs should consider integrating azimuthal tracking into new floating solar designs and potentially retrofitting existing ones to maximize ROI and energy yield.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

Public Citizen challenges cost recovery for $546M PSE&G transmission project

•Public Citizen is challenging PSE&G's cost recovery for a $546M transmission project, citing a $6.6M FERC settlement as evidence of "imprudent" costs.
•This indicates heightened regulatory scrutiny from FERC on transmission project cost recovery, signaling increased financial risk for utilities and potentially impacting future rate bases for large consumers.
•For developers, this implies greater uncertainty in the cost and approval of transmission infrastructure vital for new generation interconnection, potentially affecting project viability and timelines.

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POWER Magazine•about 1 month ago

Idled California Biomass Power Plant to Be Rebuilt as Carbon-Negative AI Factory

•NewYork GreenCloud (NYGC) is converting the idled 41-MW Buena Vista Biomass plant in Ione, CA, into a "carbon-negative AI factory."
•This project highlights a growing trend of repurposing legacy power generation assets for dedicated, high-demand AI/datacenter loads.
•The focus on "carbon-negative" infrastructure signals increasing demand for sustainable and environmentally compliant power solutions for large industrial consumers.

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POWER Magazine•about 1 month ago

Elevate Renewables Acquires Major Battery Storage Project in PJM

•Elevate Renewables, an energy storage and hybrid power generation asset owner, acquired the largest standalone battery storage project in the PJM Interconnection.
•This M&A activity highlights the accelerating investment and consolidation within the large-scale battery storage market, particularly in key ISOs like PJM.
•For developers, this signals strong market demand and valuation for significant storage assets, indicating opportunities for project development and potential acquisition targets.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

PJM trims near-term load forecast on stricter data center vetting, economic outlook

•PJM has revised its near-term load growth forecast downwards, citing stricter vetting processes for data centers and a cautious economic outlook.
•Despite the near-term reduction, PJM projects significantly higher long-term load growth than previously estimated, indicating a substantial future demand for power.
•For large power consumers, particularly data centers, the 'stricter vetting' implies potential delays or increased scrutiny for new interconnections and capacity additions within PJM.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

NJ governor seeks changes to ‘weaken’ large load tariff bill, lawmaker says

•New Jersey's proposed "large load tariff bill" faces legislative uncertainty, with the governor seeking amendments and lawmakers refusing to compromise.
•Assemblyman David Bailey Jr. indicates that lawmakers are unwilling to bend on the bill's current form, setting up a potential legislative impasse.
•This standoff could result in a pocket veto, leaving the future of tariffs for large power consumers in New Jersey unresolved and creating policy uncertainty for developers and large loads.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

VinFast Just Rolled Out Four New Electric Scooters — And Tightened Its Grip On Vietnam

•VinFast has launched four new electric scooter models in Vietnam, representing a strategic escalation to dominate the domestic EV market.
•This initiative involves significant investment in 'energy infrastructure' (likely charging and/or battery swapping networks) to support widespread EV adoption.
•The aggressive market strategy by a major OEM (VinFast) will drive substantial growth in electricity demand in Vietnam, creating opportunities for power developers and IPPs.

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POWER Magazine•about 1 month ago

Gas Turbine Supply Chain Bottlenecks Could Reshape the Generation Mix in 2030 and Beyond

•Significant gas turbine supply chain bottlenecks are causing backlogs extending years, severely impacting new project timelines for dispatchable capacity.
•Utilities are scrambling to secure reliable power, indicating potential market tightness and increased costs for firm capacity.
•The supply chain crisis is projected to reshape the generation mix in 2030 and beyond, suggesting a shift away from new gas turbine reliance and towards alternative dispatchable solutions.

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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

Post-MACSE dynamics make private tolls more attractive, IPP says

•IPP Zelestra opted out of Italy's MACSE auction, indicating dissatisfaction with the auction's terms or expected outcomes for project development.
•The post-MACSE market dynamics are making 'private tolls' (e.g., bilateral PPAs) more attractive for securing project revenue, suggesting a shift in contracting strategy.
•This move highlights a potential trend for developers and large power consumers in Italy to bypass public auctions in favor of private agreements for project financing and energy procurement.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Colombia EV Sales Report: Market Share Reaches 12.9% in December, Prior to Tesla’s Upcoming Tsunami

•Colombia's EV market share reached 12.9% in December 2025 (10.7% BEV), setting new records.
•December EV sales hit an all-time high of 3,905 units, an 80% increase year-over-year and 60% above the previous record from October 2025.
•The market anticipates a significant surge in EV sales with Tesla's upcoming entry, indicating continued rapid growth.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

The Coal-Killing Combo Of Hydropower & Battery Energy Storage Systems, Brought To You By US President Donald Trump

•President Trump's 2025 'energy emergency' declaration provided preferential treatment to the hydropower industry, alongside fossil fuels.
•The US Department of Energy (DOE) is releasing a report detailing the synergy between hydropower and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
•This policy direction, despite its fossil fuel inclusion, is framed as a 'coal-killing combo' due to the BESS/hydro integration, signaling a potential shift in grid resource planning.

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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

Torrent Power picks L&T to build India’s largest pumped hydro storage facility

•Torrent Power has initiated India's largest 3GW pumped hydro storage (PHES) project in Maharashtra, contracting L&T for construction.
•This significant long-duration storage asset will enhance grid stability, support large-scale renewable integration, and likely influence peak power pricing and ancillary service markets.
•The project signals a major commitment to grid modernization and decarbonization efforts in India, potentially indicating favorable policy and financing environments for similar large-scale storage developments.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

New York Governor Opens Pathway for Robotaxis … Except in NYC

•New York Governor Hochul is pursuing legislation to legalize robotaxis across New York State, with the notable exception of New York City.
•This policy shift indicates a significant future increase in electric vehicle (EV) charging demand across the state, excluding NYC, impacting regional load forecasts.
•The anticipated growth in robotaxi fleets will necessitate substantial investments in new generation capacity, charging infrastructure, and grid upgrades, presenting opportunities for power developers and potential grid stability considerations for large power consumers.

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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

BlackRock-backed Akaysha Energy weighs funding options for battery storage expansion

•BlackRock-backed Akaysha Energy is actively seeking additional funding, including a potential minority stake sale, to expand its battery energy storage operations.
•This move signals continued strong investor confidence and growth in the grid-scale battery storage market, indicating more capacity will come online.
•For developers, this highlights active M&A and financing opportunities within the storage sector; for large power consumers, it suggests increasing grid flexibility and potential for future PPA structures.

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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

Australia: ASL unveils dual-track LTESA strategy as solar-battery hybrids reshape NSW energy market

•ASL has launched a consultation for a new Hybrid Generation Long-Term Energy Service Agreement (LTESA) product in New South Wales (NSW), Australia.
•This new LTESA, alongside the 2026 NSW Consumer Trustee Investment Priorities, aims to provide clear investment signals and reshape the NSW energy market, particularly for solar-battery hybrids.
•For developers, this introduces a new, stable revenue stream and contractual framework for hybrid renewable projects, de-risking investments and guiding future project development.

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Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago

Battery storage costs fall 11-16% as Australia’s CSIRO maps least-cost route to net zero

•Battery storage costs in Australia have fallen significantly by 11-16% across all durations, making it a more attractive investment.
•This cost reduction contrasts sharply with rising costs for traditional coal and gas power plants, enhancing battery storage's competitive edge.
•The trend positions battery storage as a primary, least-cost pathway for Australia to achieve net-zero emissions.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

From Britain to the World: What Ofgem’s Energy Debate Looks Like in Global Context

•Ofgem, the UK's energy regulator, is actively discussing the UK's energy transition, indicating potential future policy shifts and regulatory frameworks.
•The regulator's perspective on energy transition, as shared in an eight-part podcast series, offers insights into the future direction of the UK's power market.
•Developers and large power consumers should monitor Ofgem's discussions to anticipate regulatory changes that could impact investment decisions and operational costs.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

How Does Tesla FSDS Compare with Commercial Airliner Autopilot?

•The article compares Tesla's FSDS (Full Self Driving Supervised) technology with commercial airliner autopilot systems.
•It notes the widespread discussion and acceptance of FSDS in media and social platforms, specifically mentioning Australia.
•The provided content focuses exclusively on autonomous vehicle technology and does not contain specific facts, numbers, market impacts, policy changes, or project announcements relevant to the power/energy industry.