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CleanTechnica•about 22 hours ago

CHARGE Calls On South African Finance Minister To Address EV Duties & Fund Renewable Charging Infrastructure In 2026 Budget

•Zero Carbon Charge (CHARGE) urges the South African Finance Minister to align EV import duties with ICE vehicles and scrap the ad valorem tax on EVs in the 2026 Budget.
•These proposed policy changes aim to reduce EV costs, stimulating adoption and consequently increasing electricity demand for charging.
•CHARGE also advocates for dedicated funding for renewable charging infrastructure, signaling future development opportunities for IPPs and developers in the EV charging sector.

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CleanTechnica•1 day ago

121 Electric Buses Are Now Running On Clean Renewable Electricity In Senegal

•121 electric buses in Senegal are now fully operational, powered exclusively by clean, renewable electricity, displacing fossil fuel consumption.
•This project signals a growing global market for large-scale electric vehicle fleets and the associated demand for renewable energy generation and charging infrastructure.
•The successful deployment highlights opportunities for IPPs and developers in sustainable transportation and grid integration projects, particularly in emerging markets.

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CleanTechnica•1 day ago

Donut Labs Responds to Critics

•Donut Labs has announced what they claim is the world's first solid-state battery, generating significant industry buzz and skepticism.
•In response to critics, Donut Labs has released a video promising forthcoming independent testing to validate their solid-state battery technology.
•The company's communication strategy involves hinting at their technology's capabilities and underlying rationale, suggesting a deliberate rollout plan.

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CleanTechnica•1 day ago

The Important Role That Black Communities Play In Addressing Climate Change

•Black communities are identified as growing 'climate innovation hubs' actively developing and implementing clean energy solutions, presenting potential new project opportunities for developers and IPPs.
•The article stresses the urgent need for transparency regarding these community-led clean energy actions, implying future policy focus or increased visibility for potential partnerships and funding.
•These community initiatives often integrate clean energy with broader sustainable development goals, such as affordable green housing and healthy food, suggesting a holistic approach to energy projects that may require integrated solutions.

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CleanTechnica•4 days ago

From Courtroom to Capital Markets: Why US Tariff Instability Matters

•The Supreme Court narrowed the President's authority to impose broad tariffs, aiming to reduce uncertainty.
•The administration immediately announced it would continue imposing tariffs using other legal authorities, introducing a new layer of uncertainty.
•This ongoing tariff instability impacts capital markets, potentially affecting project financing and the cost of imported components for energy projects.

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CleanTechnica•4 days ago

The Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs

•The Supreme Court has ruled Trump's tariffs imposed under the IEEPA illegal, opening the door for an estimated $175 billion in refunds and compensation.
•This decision effectively removes a significant cost burden on imported goods, potentially lowering equipment costs for renewable energy projects (solar, wind, storage) and manufacturing inputs for large power consumers.
•The ruling clarifies limits on presidential authority to impose tariffs under IEEPA, reducing future policy uncertainty for international trade and supply chains.

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Utility Dive•4 days ago

States sue Energy Department for terminating $8B in clean energy funding

•A lawsuit alleges the Trump administration unlawfully terminated $8 billion in clean energy funding from programs established by the IRA and IIJA.
•This action creates significant financial uncertainty and risk for clean energy developers and projects relying on federal incentives.
•The legal challenge highlights policy instability, potentially increasing project costs or delaying development for IPPs and large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

Coloradans Push Back On Trump Trying To Force Coal On Them

•The Trump administration is actively attempting to mandate the use of coal and other fossil fuels while simultaneously obstructing solar and wind energy projects.
•This policy direction is facing significant pushback and opposition from Coloradans and potentially other regions.
•The article highlights a clear political agenda influencing energy policy, creating regulatory uncertainty for renewable developers.

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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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Energy Storage News•5 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•5 days ago

CenterPoint peak load to jump 50% by 2029 — 2 years earlier than previously expected

•CenterPoint Energy's peak load is now projected to increase by 50% by 2029, two years sooner than prior estimates, and is on track to double by the mid-2030s.
•This accelerated demand growth signals significant, urgent opportunities for new generation development (across all technologies) and energy storage projects within CenterPoint's service territory.
•Large power consumers should anticipate increased competition for grid capacity and potential upward pressure on power prices, necessitating proactive long-term power procurement and grid connection strategies.

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CleanTechnica•6 days ago

Elon Musk Says Tesla Will Sell Cybercab to Customers for $30,000 or Less This Year

•Tesla plans to sell its autonomous Cybercab for under $30,000, with sales potentially starting in 2026, following its concept reveal in October 2024.
•Widespread adoption of low-cost autonomous EVs like the Cybercab will significantly increase electricity demand for charging infrastructure across all regions.
•This development signals a major shift in transportation, creating new opportunities for grid infrastructure development, energy services for large EV fleets, and increased demand for data center capacity to support autonomous operations.

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CleanTechnica•6 days ago

Asia-Pacific Takes The Lead In Global Wind Expansion As The Philippines Moves Into The Investment Spotlight

•Asia-Pacific has become the leading global region for wind energy expansion, driving record installations and new supply chain development, shifting the industry's center of gravity.
•The Philippines is specifically highlighted as a key investment spotlight within this trend, indicating significant opportunities for project development and capital deployment.
•The rapid growth and emergence of new supply chains in the region suggest potential for economies of scale, impacting global wind equipment costs and the levelized cost of energy (LCOE).

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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

PGE in $1.9B deal to buy PacifiCorp’s Washington utility operations

•Portland General Electric (PGE) is acquiring PacifiCorp's Washington utility operations in a $1.9 billion deal.
•The acquisition is projected to create new investment opportunities in system resilience, transmission infrastructure, and clean energy projects.
•PGE expects to gain new large load customers through this transaction, signaling potential for developers and energy-intensive businesses.

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Energy Storage News•6 days ago

New Zealand gentailer Contact Energy eyes US$316 million raise for renewables and energy storage expansion

•Contact Energy plans to raise NZ$525 million (US$316 million) in equity funding to fast-track its renewable energy and storage pipeline in New Zealand.
•This substantial capital injection signals aggressive expansion in green energy generation and grid stability, indicating a robust market for renewable project development.
•For developers, this highlights potential opportunities for partnerships, project sales, or increased demand for related services in the New Zealand market.

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CleanTechnica•7 days ago

Waymo Looking to Buy 50,000 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Robotaxis for $2.5 Billion

•Waymo's planned acquisition of 50,000 Hyundai IONIQ 5 robotaxis for $2.5 billion signals a massive scaling of autonomous EV fleets.
•This represents a significant, concentrated increase in future electricity demand for charging infrastructure, creating new load centers for grid operators and opportunities for power developers.
•The deployment of such a large EV fleet will accelerate the need for advanced charging solutions, grid upgrades, and potentially local energy storage to manage peak loads.

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CleanTechnica•7 days ago

Electricity Prices Decreased In South Australia Because Of Clean Renewables

•British Columbia generates over 98% of its electricity from clean, renewable sources.
•Norway achieves approximately 98% renewable electricity generation.
•Norway is noted for its leadership in fully electric vehicle adoption.

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CleanTechnica•8 days ago

The End Game Economics of Maritime Fuels

•The article critiques current maritime policy for anchoring to legacy fossil fuels (gasoline/diesel), signaling an impending shift towards alternative fuels.
•It highlights 'fuel cost variance' as a critical economic factor for emerging maritime fuels, indicating potential market volatility and new pricing structures.
•The analysis suggests that developers and large loads should anticipate policy-driven decarbonization in the maritime sector, creating demand for new energy sources and infrastructure to produce alternative fuels.

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POWER Magazine•8 days ago

Water Strategy Is Power Strategy in the New Economy

•AI-driven water demand is projected to surge by nearly 130% over the next 25 years.
•Power generation is responsible for approximately half of this increased water consumption, making water a critical resource.
•Water availability is becoming a significant constraint on future power capacity development and expansion.

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