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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

Germany’s Bid To Double Hydrogen Fuel Targets Ignores Operator Demand And Cost Signals

•Germany's Bundesrat is advocating to Brussels for a doubling of green hydrogen-base fuel quotas.
•The article contends this push aims to artificially create demand for an infrastructure program deemed economically unsound and lacking strong market signals from the outset.
•For developers and large power consumers, this signals potential policy-driven mandates that could lead to higher energy costs or misdirected investment in hydrogen infrastructure, irrespective of economic viability or operator demand.

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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

Tesla’s Huge Market Cap — Reader Thoughts

•Tesla's market capitalization significantly surpasses that of numerous legacy automakers combined, indicating strong investor confidence in its future trajectory.
•This valuation reflects market belief in Tesla's disruptive potential across electric vehicles (EVs), battery storage, and potentially broader energy management solutions.
•For developers and large power consumers, this signals continued growth in demand for EV charging infrastructure and grid-scale battery storage solutions, necessitating strategic planning for power supply and grid integration.

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POWER Magazine•5 days ago

SB Energy Tapped for Proposed 9.2‑GW Ohio Gas Power Plant in First Tranche of $550B U.S.–Japan Deal: What We Know

•A colossal 9.2 GW natural gas power complex is proposed near Portsmouth, Ohio, with SB Energy involved, as the centerpiece of a new $550 billion U.S.–Japan energy investment deal.
•This initiative signals a massive influx of Japanese capital into U.S. energy and industrial projects, backed by strong political support from the Trump administration.
•For developers and large power consumers in the PJM market, this project represents a substantial new generation source that will significantly impact grid stability, capacity markets, and potential PPA opportunities.

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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

Tesla Market Cap More Than Market Cap of Toyota, BYD, GM, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, Geely, Ferrari, BMW, Volkswagen Group, Honda, Nissan, Renault, XPENG, and NIO Combined

•Tesla's market capitalization significantly surpasses the combined value of 18 major global automakers, reflecting profound investor confidence in electrification.
•This valuation signals strong market belief in the rapid expansion of electric vehicles (EVs) and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
•For developers and IPPs, this indicates sustained growth in demand for renewable generation and grid-scale storage to support increasing electrification.

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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

IEA Focus On Clean Energy Gives US Officials Heartburn

•The International Energy Agency's increasing focus on clean energy is creating tension with the US government's pro-fossil fuel energy policy.
•This divergence signals potential geopolitical pressure and policy uncertainty for energy projects, particularly those reliant on international cooperation or US-aligned financing.
•Developers and large power consumers should monitor these high-level policy conflicts as they could influence future energy market dynamics, funding availability, and regulatory landscapes.

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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

An Electric Chevy BrightDrop Van For 50% Off?

•The article discusses the 2026 Entegra Electric Class A Motorhome, presented as an 'electric RV'.
•Despite being marketed as electric, the RV incorporates a gas generator to provide supplementary electricity.
•The author expresses 'dismay' over the inclusion of a fossil fuel generator in a vehicle promoted as electric, highlighting the ongoing reliance on hybrid solutions for extended power needs.

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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

Green NGOs & Renewable Fuel Producers: Commission Must Resist Pressure to Reopen the Rules Governing Renewable Hydrogen

•The EU's 2025 Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/2359 established foundational rules for renewable hydrogen, aiming to build a sustainable market.
•There is ongoing pressure to reopen and potentially weaken these established renewable hydrogen regulations.
•Maintaining the current regulatory framework is deemed essential to ensure investment certainty, safeguard grid stability, and achieve climate goals within the hydrogen sector.

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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

Hacking AI — In Simple Ways — To Spread Misinformation

•The article highlights the growing threat of AI being used to generate and spread misinformation, a trend observed across various internet ages.
•This 'gaming of the system' by businesses and political actors, driven by the pursuit of 'eyeballs and money,' can significantly influence public perception and sentiment.
•For the energy sector, such misinformation campaigns could target specific generation projects (e.g., renewables, transmission), large energy consumers (e.g., datacenters), or broader energy policies, potentially leading to increased regulatory hurdles, project delays, or shifts in public acceptance.

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POWER Magazine•5 days ago

When Air Gaps Are Not Enough—Managing File and Media Risk in Nuclear Facilities

•Nuclear power generation, a key baseload component, faces escalating cybersecurity threats that challenge traditional protection methods like air gaps.
•These cybersecurity risks directly impact the physical safety, operational reliability, and regulatory compliance of nuclear facilities.
•Maintaining secure nuclear operations without interruption presents a persistent challenge, implying potential future operational complexities or costs for this generation type.

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Utility Dive•5 days ago

Corporate clean energy buying fell globally in 2025, reversing trend: BNEF

•Global corporate clean energy procurement declined in 2025, reversing a long-standing growth trend.
•The U.S. market defied the global downturn, setting a new record with 29.5 GW of corporate clean energy deals.
•Big Tech companies are driving U.S. demand, demonstrating a significant pivot towards firm, dispatchable clean energy sources such as nuclear, hydro, and geothermal.

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Utility Dive•6 days ago

Health, environmental groups sue EPA over repeal of endangerment finding

•The EPA has repealed its foundational 'endangerment finding' for greenhouse gas emissions, a critical regulatory shift.
•California is challenging the EPA's repeal in court, indicating a prolonged legal battle and regulatory uncertainty.
•The U.S. Conference of Mayors has pledged to advocate for serious climate policy, suggesting continued pressure for emissions reductions at state and local levels.

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POWER Magazine•6 days ago

FlexGen Announces HybridOS Energy Management System

•FlexGen has launched the latest version of HybridOS, a hardware-agnostic Energy Management System (EMS).
•The EMS is designed to unify and simplify operations for battery storage and solar owners and operators.
•HybridOS aims to maximize site performance through enhanced real-time data and visibility, enabling better asset optimization and potential revenue generation for developers and large power consumers.

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POWER Magazine•6 days ago

Energy Storage Group Emtel Energy USA Rebrands as Syntropic Power

•Emtel Energy USA has rebranded as Syntropic Power, indicating a new market presence for energy storage solutions.
•Syntropic Power has launched three new product lines for stationary energy storage systems.
•The new product lines include both short-duration and long-duration storage options, expanding available technologies for developers and large power consumers.

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Energy Storage News•6 days ago

Without transparent energy planning, the lights could go out

•Open energy system modeling is highlighted as critical for accurate resource assessment, particularly for diverse energy storage solutions, to prevent grid instability and potential blackouts.
•Lack of transparent energy planning poses significant risks to grid reliability, impacting investment certainty for developers and operational stability for large power consumers.
•Adopting open modeling tools can provide clearer signals for investment in storage and other resources, leading to more predictable grid development and enhanced system resilience.

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Utility Dive•6 days ago

FirstEnergy 5-year spending plan jumps 30%, to $36B, driven by transmission

•FirstEnergy plans a 30% increase in its 5-year spending, reaching $36 billion, primarily driven by transmission infrastructure investments.
•The utility is seeking a U.S. Department of Energy loan to cover half the cost of a new $2.5 billion gas-fired power plant planned for West Virginia.
•This significant transmission investment signals potential for improved grid reliability and increased interconnection capacity, while the new gas plant adds generation, both impacting developers and large power consumers in the region (likely PJM).

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Utility Dive•6 days ago

Improve transmission affordability by mending the regulatory gap

•The article proposes a two-pronged regulatory planning approach to improve transmission affordability.
•This strategy aims to target inefficient spending while simultaneously spurring investments in beneficial transmission infrastructure.
•Mending the existing 'regulatory gap' is highlighted as critical for developers and large power consumers to secure cost-effective and reliable grid access.

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Utility Dive•6 days ago

VPP vs. VPP: Customer-owned DER aggregators challenge Xcel-owned batteries in Minnesota docket

Energy Storage News•6 days ago

US Roundup: California CCAs secure LDES from Hydrostor, ESS Inc. iron-salt acquisition, PowerSecure microgrids enhance New Mexico grid

•California CCA (CC Power) secures 400 MWh of long-duration energy storage (LDES) from Hydrostor's Willow Rock project, highlighting growing demand for multi-hour storage solutions in the region.
•PowerSecure is deploying microgrids in New Mexico to enhance grid reliability and resilience, offering a practical model for distributed energy solutions applicable to large consumers.
•ESS Inc. (iron-salt battery developer) acquires VoltStorage, a German iron-flow battery company, signaling consolidation and technology expansion within the long-duration storage market.

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Energy Storage News•6 days ago

Moonwatt targets ‘same disruption string inverters had in solar’ with distributed sodium-ion BESS architecture

•Moonwatt, a Netherlands-based startup, is introducing a distributed sodium-ion BESS architecture, aiming for a market disruption similar to solar string inverters.
•Sodium-ion technology offers a potentially lower-cost, safer, and more modular alternative to lithium-ion for distributed energy storage applications.
•The company has announced its first project within 18 months of founding, indicating rapid development and market entry for this new storage solution.

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Energy Storage News•6 days ago

The Energy Storage Report 2026 out now: grid-forming, fire safety, bankability and more

•The 2026 Energy Storage Report has been released, providing an up-to-date overview of the industry's key trends, challenges, and successes.
•Critical topics covered include grid-forming capabilities, fire safety protocols, and the bankability of energy storage projects, all vital for developers and large power consumers.
•The report offers practical intelligence for navigating the evolving technical, regulatory, and financial landscape of energy storage development.

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