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CleanTechnica•4 months ago

Top Selling Electric Vehicles in the World — February 2026

•Global plugin vehicle registrations dropped 11% year-over-year in February 2026, totaling close to 1.1 million units, marking the worst decline since the COVID-19 era.
•Both Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) saw sales drops of 8% and 16% respectively.
•The primary reason cited for this significant downturn is changes or reductions in government incentives, highlighting the market's sensitivity to policy support.

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CleanTechnica•4 months ago

Nissan LEAF & ARIYA Sales Collapse in USA

•Nissan LEAF sales in the USA collapsed by 71.2% year-over-year in Q1, with only 668 units sold, indicating a significant slowdown in EV adoption.
•This decline is described as a 'continuing trend for the US EV market,' suggesting a broader deceleration in EV sales across the industry.
•For developers and large power consumers, this trend implies a potential slowdown in projected electricity demand growth from the transportation sector, impacting long-term planning for new generation capacity, charging infrastructure, and grid decarbonization efforts.

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Ford EV Sales Drop Off A Cliff

•Ford's EV sales in the United States experienced a significant year-over-year drop in Q1 2026, including its best-selling Mustang Mach-E.
•This indicates a potential slowdown in the pace of EV adoption, which directly impacts projections for future electricity demand growth from the transportation sector.
•For developers and large power consumers, this could lead to a re-evaluation of long-term load forecasts, potentially affecting the urgency and scale of new generation, transmission, and storage projects that were banking on rapid EV-driven demand increases.

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CleanTechnica•4 months ago

EVs Sweep 2026 World Car Awards

•EVs sweeping the 2026 World Car Awards signals a rapid and widespread consumer adoption of electric vehicles, confirming their technological maturity and market dominance by mid-decade.
•This accelerated EV adoption will significantly increase electricity demand across all regions, driving up wholesale power prices and creating a robust market for new generation capacity, particularly renewables and storage.
•Developers and IPPs should anticipate substantial opportunities in new generation projects, grid modernization, and extensive EV charging infrastructure development, leading to new PPAs and investment needs.

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CleanTechnica•4 months ago

Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic Systems Account for 20% of Puerto Rico’s Capacity Mix

•Rooftop solar capacity in Puerto Rico reached 1,456 MW by the end of 2025, representing 20% of the island's total capacity mix.
•Rooftop solar has been the primary driver of new generation growth, accounting for 81% of all new capacity added between 2016 and 2025.
•This rapid expansion of distributed generation signals significant market opportunities for solar developers and potential for enhanced energy resilience and cost management for large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•4 months ago

Sierra Club Statement on Donald Trump’s FY2027 Budget Proposal

•Donald Trump's proposed FY2027 budget includes a 52% cut in funding for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
•This signals a potential significant weakening of environmental regulations and enforcement, which could impact project permitting timelines and compliance costs for power developers.
•For large power consumers, altered environmental policy could influence future energy prices and the risk profile of new generation projects.

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CleanTechnica•4 months ago

Sierra Club Wisconsin Slams We Energies for Rate Increase and Once Again Delaying Oak Creek Coal Plant Retirement

•We Energies has once again delayed the retirement of its Oak Creek coal plant, originally scheduled for 2023, indicating a slower transition away from fossil fuels in the region.
•Residential and small business electricity rates are projected to increase by 4.7% in 2027 and 4.5% in 2028, signaling potential cost increases for all consumers and setting a precedent for future rate cases.
•The Sierra Club's opposition highlights ongoing regulatory friction and public pressure regarding energy transition, which could impact future project approvals and utility planning.

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CleanTechnica•4 months ago

BEVs Rise 16% YoY in February in Europe!

•European BEV sales surged 16% YoY in February, reaching 196,000 units and a 20% market share, indicating rapid electrification of transport.
•Total plugin vehicles (BEVs + PHEVs) grew 22% YoY, with 295,000 registrations, signaling a substantial and accelerating increase in electricity demand across Europe.
•For developers, this growth presents increasing opportunities for new generation capacity (especially renewables) and grid infrastructure investments to support charging demand.

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CleanTechnica•4 months ago

Google, AI, & Carbon Emissions — A Lesson In Situational Ethics

•Google, a prominent tech company and large power consumer, is reportedly deviating from its stated renewable energy leadership.
•This shift is attributed to the substantial energy demands of its Artificial Intelligence (AI) operations.
•The situation highlights a potential conflict between rapid AI expansion and corporate sustainability goals, signaling increased demand for power that may not be renewable.

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CleanTechnica•4 months ago

Balcony Solar Is Here, And It’s Not Just For Balconies

•Balcony solar kits represent a micro-generation solution designed for residential or small-scale applications, feeding electricity directly into household wiring.
•The primary benefit highlighted is the reduction of individual monthly utility bills through direct consumption of self-generated power.
•The article provides no specific data on market size, regulatory implications, or economic impacts relevant to utility-scale solar developers, IPPs, or large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•4 months ago

Bisita Iglesia In The Age Of Energy Transition: Three Ways To Do It Cleanly

•A major cultural event (Bisita Iglesia) in the Philippines creates a significant, concentrated energy demand spike during Holy Week, acting as an "unintentional stress test" for the grid.
•This annual event highlights the critical need for grid resilience and reliable power supply during predictable peak demand periods, relevant for large power consumers and IPPs.
•The article's emphasis on "cleanly" managing this demand surge points to opportunities for developers in renewable energy, energy storage, and demand-side management solutions.

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CleanTechnica•4 months ago

Norway Faces Energy Shortage As Lack Of Winter Snow Depletes Reservoirs

•Norway, a nation heavily reliant on hydropower, is facing an energy shortage.
•The shortage is directly attributed to a lack of winter snow, resulting in depleted water reservoirs.
•This situation underscores the vulnerability of hydro-dependent grids to climate variability, posing significant risks for large power consumers and potentially signaling a need for diversified generation investments.

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Utility Dive•4 months ago

Trump adjusts metal tariffs, sets 15% rate for some electrical grid equipment

•New tariffs on electrical grid equipment go into effect April 6, impacting project costs for developers and large power consumers.
•Goods made almost entirely of aluminum, steel, or copper will face a 50% tariff, while derivative products will be subject to a 25% tariff.
•Expect increased capital expenditures (CAPEX) for grid infrastructure, electrical components, and interconnection costs, potentially raising PPA prices and project financing needs.

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POWER Magazine•4 months ago

NRC Extends Operating License for California’s Diablo Canyon Nuclear Plant

•California's Diablo Canyon Nuclear Plant received a 20-year operating license extension from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
•This extension secures a significant source of baseload, zero-carbon power for the CAISO market, impacting long-term resource adequacy and potentially stabilizing electricity prices for large consumers.
•The decision reflects a critical policy shift to retain existing nuclear capacity, providing grid reliability and supporting California's decarbonization goals, which may reduce immediate pressure for new capacity build-out in certain segments.

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Utility Dive•4 months ago

State utility laws are the primary barrier to Trump’s AI ratepayer protection pledge

•State utility laws are identified as the primary barrier to fulfilling a presidential pledge for AI-related power supply and ratepayer protection.
•The article advocates for accelerating nationwide retail choice for business customers as the best way to leverage the pledge's supply commitment.
•Retail choice would empower large power consumers (e.g., datacenters) and developers by enabling direct market access and competitive power procurement, bypassing traditional regulated utility structures.

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CleanTechnica•4 months ago

Were Elon’s Politics A Significant Part of Cruddy Q1 Sales?

•Tesla reported a significant drop in Q1 2026 vehicle deliveries (358,023) compared to Q1 2024 (386,810).
•The article investigates whether CEO Elon Musk's political activities are a contributing factor to this sales decline.
•While not directly impacting power generation, a sustained slowdown in EV sales could indirectly influence future demand projections for charging infrastructure and grid capacity.

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Energy Storage News•4 months ago

VIDEO – Energy Storage Summit 2026: How can you ensure quality and performance when buying BESS?

•The Energy Storage Summit 2026 hosted a panel discussion focused on ensuring quality, performance, and mitigating risk when procuring Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
•Expert speakers from consultancies, analytics firms, and Independent Power Producers (IPPs) addressed critical aspects of product selection and preventing underperformance in BESS projects.
•This highlights a growing industry emphasis on robust due diligence and strategic procurement practices to de-risk BESS investments and optimize long-term asset performance for developers and large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•4 months ago

100% Of Copenhagen’s City Buses Are Now Electric

•Copenhagen has achieved 100% electrification of its city bus fleet, marking a significant milestone in large-scale transportation decarbonization.
•The electrification of large vehicle fleets represents a substantial and growing new electricity load, shifting energy demand from traditional fossil fuels (gas/diesel) to the grid.
•This trend, likely driven by strong municipal and national policy, creates new opportunities for power developers to meet increased demand and for large power consumers to observe successful decarbonization models for heavy-duty applications.

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Utility Dive•4 months ago

FERC urged to reject TeraWulf’s power plant purchase due to undisclosed Google ownership stake

•FERC is reviewing TeraWulf's proposed power plant acquisition in Maryland, which is intended to power a major data center.
•The acquisition faces opposition due to an undisclosed Google ownership stake in TeraWulf, raising regulatory transparency concerns at FERC.
•This case underscores FERC's increasing scrutiny of power plant ownership and its implications for large, captive load developments like data centers.

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CleanTechnica•4 months ago

Dominion SC IRP “Doubles Down on Costly Fuels” — Sierra Club Analysis

•Dominion Energy South Carolina's (DESC) 2026 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) is criticized by the Sierra Club for proposing continued reliance on natural gas and coal generation.
•This strategy is projected to lead to higher and more volatile energy costs for large power consumers and residents in South Carolina.
•The IRP's focus on fossil fuels suggests a potentially slower integration of utility-scale renewables and storage, impacting market opportunities for IPPs and developers.

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