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Utility Dive•about 2 months ago

US manufacturing dips despite improved demand: PMI

•US manufacturing production deteriorated after September, indicating a slowdown in industrial activity.
•Tariffs and broader policy uncertainty are cited as key factors weighing on manufacturers across various sectors.
•This trend suggests potential for reduced industrial electricity demand growth, impacting future load forecasts and PPA opportunities for developers and large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

80–90 Grams Of Protein For $3?

•The article discusses the cost-effectiveness of different protein sources (protein bars vs. sunflower seeds) at a grocery store.
•It calculates that sunflower seeds offer 80-90 grams of protein for approximately $3, significantly more cost-efficient than protein bars.
•This content is entirely focused on food nutrition and pricing, with no direct relevance to the power/energy industry, power developers, large power consumers, or IPPs.

Utility Dive•about 2 months ago

Making flexibility work: A concrete framework for the DOE large load proposal

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The DOE's proposal for interconnecting large loads, particularly data centers, mandates load flexibility but lacks specific implementation details.

•A framework is being proposed by former FERC Commissioner Allison Clements and Roselle LLP to provide concrete guidelines for operationalizing this required load flexibility.

•Developers and large power consumers, especially data centers, should anticipate new, detailed interconnection requirements focused on demand-side management and grid responsiveness.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

If The White House Won’t Save US Farmers, Agrivoltaics Will

•Agrivoltaics integrates solar arrays with agricultural uses (grazing, crops) on the same land.
•This dual-use approach can mitigate land-use conflicts, making solar projects more viable and acceptable in agricultural regions.
•For solar developers, agrivoltaics offers a strategy to preserve farmland and potentially streamline project approvals by demonstrating shared land benefits.

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Utility Dive•about 2 months ago

PSEG could offer lower rates to New Jersey’s incoming governor: equity analysts

•PSEG aims to reduce electricity rates for New Jersey customers.
•PSEG plans to collaborate with the incoming New Jersey administration on energy policy.
•PSEG intends to expand power supply within New Jersey, signaling potential development opportunities.

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Utility Dive•about 2 months ago

US installed nearly 26 GW of new generating capacity from January to August

•The U.S. added nearly 26 GW of new generating capacity between January and August, indicating robust growth in power infrastructure.
•Solar power significantly dominated these capacity additions, highlighting its continued market leadership for new generation projects.
•A controversial gas pipeline project connecting New Jersey to New York received regulatory approval, signaling ongoing investment and support for natural gas infrastructure.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

GridStor’s 440MWh Texas BESS begins operations

•GridStor's 220MW/440MWh Hidden Lakes Reliability BESS in Texas is now fully operational, adding significant dispatchable capacity to the grid.
•This project enhances grid stability and resource adequacy within the ERCOT market, potentially mitigating price volatility during peak demand or scarcity events.
•The successful commissioning signals continued robust investment and integration of large-scale battery storage, offering critical flexibility for developers and large power consumers in Texas.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

BrightNight and Cordelio reach financial close for 1,200MWh Arizona BESS

•BrightNight and Cordelio Power have reached financial close on the 300MWac solar PV and 300MW/1,200MWh BESS Pioneer Clean Energy Centre in Yuma, Arizona.
•This project represents a significant investment in large-scale, long-duration battery energy storage (1.2GWh), demonstrating increasing market confidence and viability for such developments.
•The successful financing of this co-located solar-plus-storage facility provides a blueprint for developers seeking to deploy similar dispatchable renewable energy assets.

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Utility Dive•about 2 months ago

DOE rules banning sale of non-condensing water heaters and furnaces can stand, court says

•A court has upheld DOE rules banning the sale of non-condensing gas water heaters and furnaces, confirming a federal mandate for higher efficiency gas heating appliances.
•This decision will push the market towards condensing technology, impacting developers and large power consumers who will face higher upfront equipment costs but benefit from lower operational energy consumption and associated utility bills.
•The ruling signals a continued regulatory trend towards energy efficiency in buildings, influencing future building design, HVAC system choices, and potentially accelerating electrification strategies for heating in new constructions and major retrofits.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

Spain allocates €840 million funds for storage projects, passes grid resilience decree

•Spain has allocated €840 million in EU-backed funding for 143 energy storage projects, totaling nearly 9GWh of capacity.
•This significant capital expenditure support creates a substantial market opportunity for energy storage developers in Spain.
•The funding, coupled with a new grid resilience decree, signals a strong governmental commitment to enhancing grid stability and reliability.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

TotalEnergies’ possible German BESS divestment ‘mainly about recycling capital’

•TotalEnergies is reportedly considering selling approximately 50% of its equity in a portfolio of German Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, developed via Kyon Energy.
•This potential divestment by a major energy player signals a strategic move to 'recycle capital,' indicating a maturing and active M&A market for BESS assets in Europe.
•For developers, this highlights opportunities for acquiring operational or near-operational BESS assets and validates the financial viability of developing and monetizing storage projects.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

HyperStrong Charts New Blueprint for Global BESS Success: The Integration Edge

•The success of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects for developers and large power consumers is increasingly dependent on the capabilities of system integrators.
•Key factors for BESS project success, highlighted by the market, include rapid deployment, high performance, and cost-effectiveness, all driven by effective integration.
•HyperStrong is presenting a new strategy focused on 'integration edge' to achieve global BESS success, suggesting a shift towards more sophisticated, holistic project execution.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

Gotion High-Tech, Clou Electronics, Eve Battery and Kstar show strong performance in Q3

•Leading Chinese energy storage battery manufacturers (Gotion High-Tech, Clou Electronics, Eve Battery, Kstar) reported strong Q3 2025 performance.
•China's energy storage battery manufacturing capacity utilization is projected to remain high through Q4 2025, indicating sustained strong demand.
•This sustained high utilization suggests a tight global supply market for energy storage batteries, potentially impacting lead times and pricing for developers and large power consumers.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

Akaysha Energy bags AU$460 million for 1,244MWh BESS in Victoria, Australia

•Akaysha Energy secured AU$460 million in construction financing for its 311MW/1,244MWh Elaine BESS in Victoria, Australia, demonstrating robust capital availability for large-scale storage projects.
•This substantial 4-hour duration BESS will enhance grid stability and reliability in the Australian market, offering improved power quality and potentially lower peak prices for large power consumers.
•The project highlights the increasing deployment of multi-hour battery storage solutions, signaling strong investor confidence and a viable market for developers pursuing significant energy transition infrastructure.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

Origin Energy secures AEMO Connection Agreements for 650MWh grid-forming BESS in Australia

•Origin Energy has secured unconditional AEMO connection agreements for its 300MW/650MWh grid-forming Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Mortlake Power Station in Victoria, Australia.
•The 'grid-forming' capability of this BESS signifies a critical advancement in grid stability and resilience, enabling better integration of intermittent renewables and potentially reducing curtailment.
•This milestone demonstrates successful navigation of the complex regulatory and interconnection processes for large-scale battery storage in the Australian National Electricity Market (NEM), offering a precedent for future projects.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Big News: 3 Free Hours of Power in Australia

•The Australian government is launching the 'Solar Sharer energy reform' in July 2026, offering 3 hours of free electricity daily to consumers in South East Queensland, South Australia, and New South Wales, with other states joining in 2027.
•This policy represents a significant market intervention, creating periods of zero-cost electricity that will drastically reshape demand patterns and wholesale pricing during those hours.
•Developers must re-evaluate project economics, particularly for solar and storage, considering potential negative pricing or reduced revenue during the free hours, and new arbitrage opportunities.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Sierra Club Statement on Trump’s Nomination of Steve Pearce to Lead BLM

•Donald Trump nominated ex-U.S. Rep. Steve Pearce to lead the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), an agency overseeing 245 million acres of federal land.
•Pearce's known opposition to national monuments suggests a potential shift in federal land use policy under his leadership, likely favoring resource extraction over conservation.
•This change in BLM leadership could significantly impact permitting and access for energy infrastructure projects, including large-scale solar, wind, and transmission lines, as well as oil and gas development on federal lands, affecting project timelines and costs for developers and IPPs.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Top Selling Electric Vehicles In USA’s Blockbuster 3rd Quarter — Plus The Losers

•The US EV market experienced a significant surge in Q3, driven by consumers rushing to purchase vehicles before an EV tax credit change.
•This 'blockbuster' quarter indicates an accelerated, policy-sensitive growth in electricity demand from the transportation sector.
•The rapid increase in EV adoption necessitates proactive planning for expanded charging infrastructure and substantial grid capacity upgrades.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Florida Judge Sanctions Tesla For Discovery Violations In Wrongful Death Lawsuit

•A Florida judge sanctioned Tesla, a prominent OEM in the electric vehicle and battery storage sectors.
•The sanction was for "willful disregard of court orders" in a wrongful death lawsuit, indicating significant legal compliance issues.
•This legal action does not directly impact power market prices, grid operations, or project development timelines for IPPs or large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Van Makers Want to Slash the Electric Van Market. Europe Can Boost It Instead.

•European van manufacturers (ACEA) are lobbying for weaker 2030 CO2 targets and 5-year averaging periods (2025-29, 2030-34), which could significantly slow the transition to zero-emission vans.
•If successful, this lobbying effort would likely reduce the availability and increase the cost of electric vans, delaying fleet electrification for large power consumers and potentially dampening demand for associated charging infrastructure development.
•The article details proposed regulatory changes in Europe that, if adopted, would weaken current CO2 emission standards for commercial vans, impacting the pace of decarbonization in the transport sector.

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