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CleanTechnica•3 days ago

Another Clean Community Solar Power Plant Replaces A Derelict Brownfield…What’s Not To Like?

  • •The US solar industry is actively transforming derelict brownfield sites into new community solar power plants.
  • •This trend repurposes contaminated land into valuable assets, providing local clean energy generation.
  • •The economic viability of developing solar on brownfields is likely supported by existing policy incentives, such as those under the IRA.
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Utility Dive•3 days ago

IRA was hobbled by slow deployment, Biden staffers say in new report

  • •A new report from Biden staffers indicates that the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) experienced slower-than-anticipated clean energy deployment due to various hurdles.
  • •The report identifies specific policy and regulatory obstacles that hindered project development and investment certainty for developers and IPPs under the IRA.
  • •It proposes actionable strategies for a future administration to accelerate clean energy deployment, suggesting potential reforms to overcome identified bottlenecks.
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POWER Magazine•4 days ago

Coal’s Revival: From Maintenance Mode to Market Necessity

  • •Coal units previously scheduled for retirement are being reactivated across the U.S. in 2025, reversing a decade-long decline.
  • •This revival is driven by 'market necessity,' indicating a critical demand for dispatchable generation capacity.
  • •The trend signals evolving grid reliability priorities, potentially impacting capacity markets, energy prices, and long-term investment strategies for developers and large power consumers, challenging the steady rise of gas and renewables.
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Utility Dive•4 days ago

Trade, policy ‘headwinds’ push First Solar to boost US production

  • •First Solar is significantly expanding its US manufacturing footprint, adding 3.7 GW of annual finishing capacity by December 2026.
  • •This expansion is a direct response to trade and policy 'headwinds,' likely including incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and tariffs on imported modules.
  • •Increased domestic solar module production offers developers and large power consumers a more secure and resilient supply chain, potentially mitigating price volatility and geopolitical risks.
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POWER Magazine•4 days ago

Uncertainty Gives Way to Urgency: Latest Treasury Guidance Signals the Time is Now to Get Solar Projects Underway

  • •The 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA)' initially created significant regulatory uncertainty for renewable energy developers.
  • •Recent August guidance from the Treasury Department has clarified regulatory concerns, transforming market sentiment from uncertainty to urgency for solar projects.
  • •The guidance signals that now is a critical time for developers and decision-makers to accelerate their solar initiatives.
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Utility Dive•4 days ago

The era of ‘free’ excess renewable energy is over

  • •The era of 'free' or wasted excess renewable energy is ending due to rising energy demand, making energy waste an unaffordable luxury.
  • •This shift implies increased value for all generated power and higher costs for inefficient consumption, impacting large power consumers directly.
  • •High-efficiency long-duration energy storage (LDES) is identified as a critical technology for achieving both climate goals and economic viability in the new energy landscape.
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Energy Storage News•4 days ago

Victoria approves 2,200MWh of battery storage through streamlined pathway in Australia

  • •Victoria, Australia approved 2,200MWh of new battery storage capacity, including a 300MW/1,200MWh standalone BESS and integrated storage with a 332MW solar PV plant.
  • •The projects were approved via a 'streamlined pathway,' indicating a favorable and efficient regulatory environment for large-scale energy storage and renewable developments.
  • •These significant additions to grid-scale storage enhance grid stability, firm renewable generation, and offer increased reliability and potentially lower price volatility for large power consumers in Victoria.
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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

IRENA Chief Highlights Renewable Surge and Dismisses Doubts on Energy Transition

  • •IRENA Director General Francesco La Camera asserts that renewables are now the dominant source for new energy projects globally.
  • •The global energy transition is accelerating, not faltering, reinforcing a long-term shift in power generation.
  • •This signals continued strong market momentum for renewable energy development and procurement strategies for large power consumers.
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CleanTechnica•6 days ago

First Solar Expands CdTe Solar Cell Manufacturing Footprint In US

  • •First Solar is constructing a new 3.7 GW CdTe solar cell manufacturing facility in the US.
  • •This expansion significantly boosts domestic thin-film solar module supply, enhancing supply chain security and reducing reliance on foreign imports for US projects.
  • •Increased availability of US-made CdTe modules supports projects aiming for domestic content bonuses under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and can contribute to more stable module pricing.
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CleanTechnica•6 days ago

Golden Week Goes Electric: China’s Holiday Travel Becomes a Showcase for the Clean Economy

  • •China's Golden Week holiday travel patterns are increasingly dominated by electric vehicles (EVs), showcasing the rapid adoption of clean transportation.
  • •The surge in EV travel during peak periods highlights significant increases in electricity demand for charging, posing challenges and opportunities for grid stability and infrastructure development.
  • •Continued strong government policy support for EV infrastructure and renewable energy integration is driving this transition, creating a robust market for related projects.
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CleanTechnica•7 days ago

Is The Tesla Semi Finally Coming To Mass Market?

  • •The Tesla Semi, unveiled in Nov 2017, is nearing its 8-year anniversary with delayed mass market entry, indicating significant hurdles for heavy-duty EV adoption.
  • •Its eventual widespread deployment promises substantial emissions reductions in transport but will create significant new, concentrated electricity demand.
  • •This shift necessitates robust grid infrastructure upgrades, new interconnection points for charging depots, and potentially increased demand for renewable energy PPAs to power fleets.
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CleanTechnica•7 days ago

Does The Big Oil Industry Really Have Significant Renewable Energy Investments?

  • •A 2025 Nature study reportedly challenges Big Oil's public claims of significant dedication and investment in renewable energy, suggesting their actual contributions are less substantial than portrayed.
  • •For developers and IPPs, this implies that anticipated capital and partnership opportunities from traditional oil and gas giants in the renewable sector may be overstated, requiring diversification of funding sources.
  • •Large power consumers should note that the pace of grid decarbonization driven by Big Oil's direct investments might be slower than publicly perceived, potentially impacting long-term clean energy procurement strategies and PPA availability.
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CleanTechnica•7 days ago

California Still Has Some EV Purchasing Incentives

  • •California continues to offer state-level incentives for Electric Vehicle (EV) purchases, contrasting with the absence of federal incentives.
  • •The persistence of these incentives is expected to drive sustained EV adoption within California, contributing to growing electricity demand.
  • •Increased EV adoption will impact grid load profiles, necessitating potential investments in new generation (especially renewables), storage, and transmission infrastructure to support the rising demand.
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CleanTechnica•7 days ago

Enphase Announces Off-Grid Solar Power & Energy Storage System

  • •Enphase, a prominent OEM, has announced its entry into the off-grid market with an integrated solar power and energy storage system.
  • •The solution targets the existing off-grid population in the US (estimated at hundreds of thousands) and a larger demographic interested in energy independence.
  • •For developers, this introduces a new, potentially robust, branded product offering for off-grid projects; for large loads, it presents an option for enhanced energy resilience or complete grid defection.
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Utility Dive•7 days ago

Xcel Energy rolls out $60 billion capital spending plan

  • •Xcel Energy plans a massive $60 billion capital expenditure, including 7.5 GW of renewables, 3 GW of gas generation, and 1.9 GW of energy storage, signaling significant market opportunities for developers and equipment providers.
  • •The plan includes 1,500 miles of high-voltage transmission and $5 billion for wildfire mitigation, addressing critical grid modernization, reliability, and interconnection challenges across Xcel's service territories.
  • •This substantial investment indicates a strong utility commitment to decarbonization and grid resilience, driving demand for new generation, storage, and transmission projects, and offering new PPA opportunities for large power consumers.
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Energy Storage News•7 days ago

Wisconsin utilities opt for solar-plus-storage project acquisitions over ‘debt-like PPAs’

  • •Two Wisconsin Investor-Owned Utilities (IOUs) are seeking regulatory approval to acquire an under-development solar-plus-storage project in Waushara County.
  • •This move signifies a strategic shift by utilities towards direct project acquisition, explicitly opting out of what they perceive as 'debt-like PPAs'.
  • •For developers, this indicates a potential trend where utilities may prefer build-to-sell models or direct ownership over long-term PPA structures, impacting project financing and market opportunities.
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Energy Storage News•7 days ago

EBRD provides US$142 million for Uzbekistan’s first gigawatt-scale solar PV and energy storage portfolio

  • •The EBRD has provided US$142 million in financing for Uzbekistan's first gigawatt-scale renewable energy project, comprising 1GW of solar PV and 1.3GWh of battery energy storage.
  • •This landmark project signals a strong international financial commitment to large-scale, integrated solar and storage solutions in emerging markets, setting a precedent for developers and IPPs.
  • •The substantial financing package highlights the increasing bankability of combined solar and storage assets, offering a blueprint for future project development and investment strategies.
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CleanTechnica•7 days ago

Illinois Passes Clean Energy & Storage Bill Expected to Save Residents $13 Billion

  • •Illinois passed the 'Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act,' a new policy boosting clean and renewable energy sources.
  • •The legislation includes provisions for energy storage, indicating a growing market for battery and other storage solutions.
  • •The act is projected to save Illinois residents $13 billion on electricity bills, suggesting potential market and price impacts for large power consumers.
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CleanTechnica•7 days ago

Singapore Is The Catalyst For ASEAN’s Clean Energy Transition

  • •Singapore is positioning itself as a key driver for ASEAN's clean energy transition, emphasizing diverse no-carbon and low-carbon generation sources.
  • •The 18th Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) 2025 highlighted Singapore's strategic role as a catalyst for regional decarbonization.
  • •This signals a strong policy direction towards clean energy development and potential new project opportunities for developers and shifting energy procurement strategies for large consumers across ASEAN.
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Energy Storage News•7 days ago

Australia’s EPBC Act overhaul promises streamlined approvals as industry voices mixed support

  • •Australia's Parliament is reviewing reform bills for the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act.
  • •The proposed overhaul aims to streamline environmental approvals, specifically addressing past criticisms of delaying renewable energy projects.
  • •This regulatory change could accelerate the development and deployment of new renewable energy capacity in Australia, impacting project timelines for developers and IPPs.
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