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CleanTechnica•2 days ago

Electric Vehicle Models Top 5 Vehicle Classes in California

•Tesla Model Y is California's top-selling vehicle model, with Tesla as the 3rd best-selling brand, demonstrating rapid EV market dominance.
•This surge in EV adoption signals a substantial and accelerating increase in electricity demand, particularly for charging infrastructure and grid capacity in California.
•The success highlights the effectiveness of California's electrification policies, reinforcing the state's commitment to a fully electrified transportation sector.

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CleanTechnica•2 days ago

Tesla Still Dominates California EV Sales — And Tesla Still Massively Supported By California

•California's EV market, led by Tesla, continues rapid expansion in 2025, signaling sustained and significant growth in electricity demand from transportation.
•The state's ongoing 'massive support' for EVs indicates a stable policy environment driving electrification, creating long-term opportunities for grid infrastructure, charging solutions, and renewable energy development.
•Tesla's dominance as an OEM suggests concentrated load growth patterns and potential for standardized charging solutions (e.g., NACS) that developers and large power consumers should factor into infrastructure planning.

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CleanTechnica•4 days ago

Advocates Call on California Attorney General, LA District Attorney to Investigate AI Astroturf Campaign

•Environmental and public health advocates are calling for an investigation into an alleged AI-powered astroturf campaign in Southern California.
•The campaign reportedly submitted public comments without consent to oppose clean air standards, aiming to influence regulatory decisions.
•This incident highlights the emerging risk of AI-driven disinformation impacting public comment processes and environmental policy, which could affect permitting and compliance for developers and large power consumers in California.

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Utility Dive•4 days ago

Southern California Edison expects ‘muted’ 2026 growth as wildfire costs roll in

•Southern California Edison (SCE) anticipates 'muted' growth in 2026 due to significant wildfire-related costs.
•SCE's Chief Financial Officer views these costs as a 'one-time setback,' asserting they will not hinder future long-term growth.
•For developers and large power consumers in SCE territory, this could imply short-term rate pressure or slower infrastructure development in 2026, despite the utility's long-term optimism.

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Energy Storage News•5 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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CleanTechnica•6 days ago

Battle Over Colorado River Water Ends In A Draw

•The Colorado River basin faces increasing water scarcity due to growing demand from expanding populations and agriculture in the Southwest.
•The 'draw' signifies ongoing regulatory uncertainty regarding water allocation, meaning no definitive long-term solution has been reached, posing risks for water-intensive operations.
•This persistent water stress could constrain hydro generation and cooling for thermal power plants, potentially impacting grid reliability and power costs in the Southwest (e.g., CAISO region).

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Utility Dive•6 days ago

CAISO requests input on large load considerations report

•CAISO is actively seeking input on its strategies for managing and planning for the integration of large electricity loads.
•This initiative signals potential upcoming policy and regulatory adjustments concerning interconnection, grid planning, and operational frameworks for significant power consumers in California.
•Developers of generation projects and large power consumers (e.g., datacenters, industrial facilities) should monitor and engage with CAISO's process to influence future grid integration rules.

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Utility Dive•7 days ago

Data center growth has helped PG&E cut rates 11% since 2024, CEO says

•PG&E has reduced rates by 11% since 2024, primarily attributed to robust data center load growth within its service territory.
•California's existing wildfire policies are described by PG&E's CEO as 'regressive' and a significant financial burden on ratepayers, potentially counteracting benefits from load growth.
•The increasing demand from data centers is a key factor influencing utility rates and grid planning in California, signaling a growing market for power supply and infrastructure.

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Energy Storage News•12 days ago

Tesla set to launch vehicle-to-grid programme in the US

•Tesla is launching its first vehicle-to-grid (V2G) program in Texas, with plans to expand into California, signaling a major OEM entry into distributed grid services.
•This initiative introduces a new, flexible source of distributed energy resources (DERs) from EV batteries, which can provide grid support and potentially impact wholesale energy and ancillary service markets.
•For large power consumers with significant EV fleets, V2G programs offer a new revenue stream by monetizing vehicle battery capacity when not in use, enhancing demand-side management strategies.

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CleanTechnica•15 days ago

EVs Lower Nitrous Oxide Levels In California

•Researchers have established a clear link between increased Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) and lower nitrous oxide (NOx) emissions in California.
•This finding reinforces the environmental benefits of electrification and could influence future air quality regulations and permitting requirements in regions with high EV adoption.
•For developers and large loads, this trend signals continued pressure for grid decarbonization and potential shifts in energy infrastructure planning to support EV charging demands and meet evolving emissions standards.

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CleanTechnica•19 days ago

Waymo Entering Boston & Sacramento — Where Next?

•Autonomous vehicle (AV) company Waymo is expanding operations to Boston and Sacramento, backed by $16 billion in funding.
•This expansion signifies a significant, concentrated new electrical load for local grids, driven by large-scale EV charging infrastructure for AV fleets.
•The growth of AV services implies increased demand for backend data processing, impacting datacenter power consumption and location decisions.

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POWER Magazine•21 days ago

‘Flexibility-as-a-Service’ Gains U.S. Foothold With New Voltus–Octopus Partnership

•Voltus and Octopus Energy are partnering to aggregate residential flexibility, offering Flexibility-as-a-Service (FaaS) and Bring Your Own Capacity (BYOC) solutions.
•The initiative targets four major U.S. power markets: PJM, MISO, New York, and California.
•This partnership directly aims to help data centers, utilities, and grid operators manage accelerating AI-driven load growth by leveraging demand-side flexibility.

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CleanTechnica•25 days ago

Rooftop Solar Panels By Subscription: Up To 50% Savings On Electricity Bills

•US startup Terra Energy is expanding its subscription-based rooftop solar panel business in California, Florida, and Texas.
•The subscription model offers customers up to 50% savings on electricity bills, making distributed solar more accessible.
•This expansion signifies a growing trend in consumer-friendly solar financing, potentially impacting grid demand and load profiles in major power markets.

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Utility Dive•26 days ago

Pilot Co. expands electric semi-truck charging plans

•Pilot Co. is expanding its electric semi-truck charging network with approximately 20 new Tesla semi-charger locations across California, Georgia, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas.
•This initiative signals a growing, geographically diverse demand for high-power EV charging infrastructure, representing a significant new load type for regional grids.
•The expansion creates opportunities for power developers and IPPs to supply electricity and for grid operators to manage increased demand and interconnection needs in the specified states.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Tesla “Full Self Driving” & Robotaxi News in Texas, China, & LA–NYC — What’s Real & What’s Not?

•Tesla's FSD and robotaxi developments in Texas, China, and LA-NYC signal a significant, geographically concentrated future increase in electricity demand.
•Successful deployment of robotaxi fleets will require substantial new charging infrastructure and corresponding generation capacity, impacting grid planning and investment.
•Regulatory progress and technological maturity for autonomous vehicles will directly influence the timeline and scale of this new electrical load.

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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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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

NewYork GreenCloud Acquires Buena Vista Biomass Power Facility to Launch First Carbon-Negative AI Factory

•NewYork GreenCloud (NYGC) acquired the Buena Vista Biomass Power facility in Ione, CA, to establish its first large-scale carbon-negative AI Factory.
•The project integrates biomass-to-pyrolysis energy systems with behind-the-meter, liquid-cooled AI compute, pioneering a new model for sustainable datacenter power.
•This acquisition marks the beginning of NYGC's 'national platform,' indicating a scalable strategy for carbon-negative AI infrastructure development and potential for IPPs and developers.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

Terra-Gen puts 129MW/515MWh BESS in operation at California solar PV complex

•Terra-Gen has brought 129MW/515MWh of battery energy storage (BESS) online at a solar PV complex in San Bernardino County, California, reaching commercial operations.
•This significant BESS deployment enhances grid reliability and renewable integration within the CAISO market, offering potential for peak demand management and price stabilization for large power consumers.
•The project, jointly owned by Masdar and Igneo Infrastructure Partners, highlights continued investment and successful execution in utility-scale storage solutions, driven by California's clean energy policies and market demand.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Waymo Zeekr A No-Go, Waymo Ojai A Go

•Waymo is progressing with its autonomous electric vehicle (robotaxi) program, with recent testing observed in Southern California.
•The company appears to be shifting its robotaxi vehicle platform from Zeekr to a new 'Ojai' model, indicating ongoing development and potential fleet changes.
•The eventual large-scale deployment of electric robotaxis represents a significant, concentrated future load growth for the electric grid, impacting infrastructure and generation planning, particularly in regions like CAISO.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Sony & Honda Present AFEELA 1 at CES

•Sony Honda Mobility (a joint venture) is launching its AFEELA 1 electric vehicle, with deliveries starting later this year (2026) in the United States, specifically California.
•This marks a significant new OEM entry into the EV market, accelerating the electrification of transportation.
•Increased EV adoption, particularly in a key market like California, will drive higher electricity demand, impacting grid planning, generation requirements (especially renewables), and charging infrastructure development.

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