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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Renewable Energy Infrastructure Resilience Tested as a Supertyphoon Approaches the Philippines

•Supertyphoon Fung-Wong (Uwan), potentially reaching Category 5 strength (157 mph+), is approaching the Philippines.
•The event is explicitly framed as a critical test for the resilience of the region's renewable energy infrastructure.
•This highlights the growing challenge for developers and large power consumers in climate-vulnerable regions to ensure robust and reliable renewable energy supply amidst extreme weather events.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Kenyan Electric Mobility Company Roam Launches Crowdfunding Campaign on Crowdcube

•Kenya's electric motorcycle market is experiencing rapid growth, increasing from 0% to 7% market share in three years and reaching 10% of new registrations in the first 8 months of 2025.
•Electric mobility company Roam is launching a crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube to support its operations and expansion.
•This rapid adoption of electric vehicles signifies a growing electricity load, presenting opportunities for power developers and infrastructure providers in generation, charging solutions, and grid upgrades.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Could You Drive An Older Used Tesla Model 3 For Half The Cost Of A Newer Used Honda Civic?

•Tesla is rapidly expanding its used vehicle leasing program, now available in 17 states, making electric vehicles more accessible and affordable to a broader consumer base.
•The article suggests that older used Tesla Model 3s could be significantly cheaper to own than newer used Honda Civics, potentially accelerating mainstream EV adoption.
•Increased affordability and market penetration of used EVs will drive higher electricity demand, impacting grid planning, charging infrastructure development, and the need for new generation capacity.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Royal Society Report: Geoengineering Is A Really Bad Idea

•A Royal Society report strongly advises against geoengineering due to significant climate and political risks, indicating this will not be a primary climate solution.
•This reinforces the energy industry's continued reliance on conventional decarbonization strategies, such as renewables, storage, and grid modernization, to meet climate goals.
•For developers and large power consumers, this means sustained pressure and opportunity in established clean energy technologies and procurement methods (e.g., PPAs) will persist, without a geoengineering 'silver bullet' emerging.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

A Second Golden Spike for an Electrified Canada: Using Carney’s Budget to Link the Provinces

•Canada introduces a 15% refundable Clean Electricity Investment Tax Credit (CEITC) applicable to new clean electricity generation, storage, and inter-provincial/territorial transmission projects.
•This policy aims to establish a national electricity backbone, significantly reducing capital costs for eligible infrastructure and enhancing project economics for developers and IPPs.
•The CEITC incentivizes critical transmission links, potentially leading to more efficient power markets, improved grid reliability, and optimized resource utilization across Canadian provinces for large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

10 New Public EV Chargers Coming To Decatur, Illinois

•10 new public EV chargers (6 fast, 4 Level 2) are being added in Decatur, IL, increasing the local public charging infrastructure by approximately 15%.
•This project represents a small, localized increase in electricity demand, signaling the ongoing, distributed growth of electrification loads that will incrementally impact local grid planning.
•While not explicitly detailed, such EV infrastructure deployments are typically driven by local, state, or federal policies and incentives aimed at accelerating EV adoption and infrastructure build-out.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

The Rise Of Perovskite Solar Cells, The Fall Of Fossil Fuels

•The US Department of Defense (DoD) is actively testing tandem perovskite-silicon solar cells.
•The primary objective of this testing is to enhance solar efficiency, durability, and overall performance.
•Crucially, these technological advancements are targeted to be achieved without increasing current solar production costs.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Global EV Sales Report — Record Month!!!

•Global plugin vehicle registrations hit a new record of over 2.1 million in September 2025, marking a 22% year-over-year increase.
•Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) now represent 20% of all new cars sold worldwide, indicating a rapid and accelerating shift in transportation electrification.
•This surge in EV adoption will drive substantial future electricity demand, necessitating significant investment in new generation capacity (especially renewables), grid infrastructure upgrades, and advanced charging solutions.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Burnouts for the Planet: How Electric Classic Cars Is Electrifying Icons & Smoking Tires

•Electric Classic Cars (Wales, UK) is converting classic vehicles to electric using custom kits, new generation battery packs, and motors, giving them a 'second life'.
•This initiative represents a niche but growing trend in vehicle electrification, extending the operational lifespan of existing assets through powertrain replacement.
•The article does not contain specific data, market impacts, policy changes, or project announcements directly relevant to power generation developers or large power consumers, focusing instead on automotive conversion.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

EcoFlow Pushes the Limits on Speed and Size With the New Trail 300 and RAPID Pro X

•EcoFlow, a prominent OEM in portable power, is introducing new 'Trail 300' and 'RAPID Pro X' products, highlighting advancements in battery storage speed and size.
•The company has expanded its product line from small battery packs to whole-house backup and RV solutions, often integrated with solar, indicating a maturing market for distributed energy technologies.
•These innovations reflect a broader trend towards more powerful, compact, and rapidly deployable/rechargeable battery solutions, which could influence niche commercial/industrial backup or temporary power applications for large consumers.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Going Beyond the Typical NEV MPV: XPENG X9

•XPENG introduced an updated X9 electric MPV, featuring an EREV (Extended Range Electric Vehicle) platform and advanced self-driving, signaling continued innovation in the EV market.
•The diversification and technological advancement of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) like the X9 point to sustained, accelerating growth in electricity demand.
•This trend necessitates increased investment in generation capacity (especially renewables), grid infrastructure, and charging solutions to support expanding EV adoption.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Hyundai N Redefines High-Performance EV Driving Experience with IONIQ 6 N

•Hyundai announced the IONIQ 6 N, a high-performance EV featuring 650 PS, 770 Nm of torque, and an "N Battery" for racetrack performance.
•The launch of powerful EVs like the IONIQ 6 N signals increasing electricity demand and the need for robust, high-capacity charging infrastructure to support growing electric transportation loads.
•Continued advancements in EV battery technology, as highlighted by the "N Battery," could influence future grid storage solutions or vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Shocker: Trump Lost The EV Charging Station Battle, Bigly

•The US public EV charging network continues to expand despite political opposition to electric vehicles.
•This sustained growth indicates a rising and predictable electricity demand from the transportation sector.
•Developers and large power consumers should anticipate continued infrastructure build-out, potentially creating opportunities for new generation, grid services, or charging hub development.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Canadian Ports Can Use The 2025 Federal Budget To Win Trade & Cut Diesel

•The 2025 Canadian federal budget introduces a new $5 billion Trade Diversification Corridors Fund, allocated over seven years.
•This fund targets significant investments in port, rail, airport, and digital infrastructure across Canada.
•A key objective is to 'cut diesel' use at ports, signaling a strong federal push towards electrification and cleaner energy solutions for port operations.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

$10 Trillion Invested In Clean Tech Since Paris Agreements

•A monumental $10 trillion has been invested in clean technology globally since the Paris Agreements.
•This massive capital deployment signals an accelerating global energy transition despite ongoing fossil fuel consumption.
•For developers, this indicates a robust and expanding market with significant financing opportunities in clean energy projects.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

What Are The Odds That Elon Musk’s Financial Incentives Will Truly Motivate Him?

•The article questions the effectiveness of increasing CEO compensation, using publicly-traded Tesla and Elon Musk as a case study, to improve corporate profitability.
•It frames this discussion within the context of Western capitalism and its assumptions about human workforce behavior and motivation.
•The provided snippet does not offer specific facts, numbers, market impacts, policy changes, or project announcements relevant to energy developers or large power consumers.

Utility Dive•about 2 months ago

Southwest Power Pool to develop 765-kV regional transmission ‘backbone’

•Southwest Power Pool (SPP) board approved an $8.6 billion investment to develop a 765-kV regional transmission 'backbone,' featuring some of the highest-voltage lines in the U.S.
•This significant transmission expansion is designed to address critical grid challenges, acknowledging that simply adding new generation is insufficient without robust delivery infrastructure.
•For developers, this project signals improved interconnection opportunities, reduced curtailment risks for new renewable projects, and enhanced ability to site generation in optimal locations.

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POWER Magazine•about 2 months ago

Nuclear, Natural Gas Power Generation Planned for Massive New Mexico Data Center Site

•A Texas-based developer plans a massive 3,500-acre data center campus in New Mexico, signaling a new era of hyperscale digital infrastructure development.
•The project includes plans for over 2 GW of natural gas-fired generation capacity and 5 GW or more of nuclear power to energize the site, representing an unprecedented scale of self-generation.
•This initiative highlights the critical need for reliable, high-capacity power for large data centers and the willingness of developers to integrate diverse generation assets directly.

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Utility Dive•about 2 months ago

Brookfield sees opportunities for nuclear, hydropower

•Brookfield is actively investing in 'clean firm' power, specifically identifying opportunities in nuclear and hydropower.
•This strategic focus is driven by increasing demand from strong corporate procurements (e.g., large loads like datacenters) and supportive U.S. government interest.
•The company's push for firm, dispatchable clean power complements the continued strength and growth of intermittent renewables like solar, wind, and storage.

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POWER Magazine•about 2 months ago

LEAG, Fluence Building Europe’s Largest Battery Energy Storage Project

•LEAG Clean Power and Fluence Energy announced Europe's largest battery energy storage project: a 1 GW / 4 GWh system.
•The massive 4-hour duration BESS will be built in Jänschwalde, Germany, signaling significant investment in grid flexibility and renewable integration.
•This project sets a new benchmark for utility-scale storage, indicating growing market maturity and opportunities for developers and grid operators.

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