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CleanTechnica•3 days ago

South Africa’s Used EV Market Accelerates — Volvo EX30 & XC40 Most Popular

  • •South Africa's EV market is nascent, with only approximately 4,000 fully electric vehicles currently on the road.
  • •High initial costs of new BEVs have historically limited adoption, but the accelerating used EV market indicates increasing affordability and broader consumer interest.
  • •This growth signals a future increase in electricity demand from the transportation sector, impacting grid planning and potential for new charging infrastructure development.
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POWER Magazine•3 days ago

Power Quality in the AI Era: Solving for Subharmonics

  • •AI and HPC data centers are elevating power quality, specifically subharmonics, to a critical concern for operators, alongside grid access.
  • •Traditional power quality solutions are proving inadequate for the unique demands of AI/HPC workloads, requiring new approaches.
  • •The rise of subharmonics poses risks to grid stability and reliability, necessitating proactive solutions from grid operators, developers, and large consumers.
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Utility Dive•3 days ago

Xcel proposes doubling battery storage at Minnesota coal plant

  • •Xcel Energy has proposed to double the battery storage capacity at its Sherco coal plant in Minnesota to 600 MW, signaling a major utility investment in large-scale energy storage.
  • •The proposal requires authorization from the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC), underscoring the critical role of regulatory bodies in approving and shaping significant energy infrastructure projects.
  • •This move indicates a growing utility-led trend towards integrating substantial battery storage into the grid, which can enhance grid stability, improve resource adequacy, and potentially impact capacity markets in the MISO region.
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CleanTechnica•3 days ago

A Broad Family EV Journey, Including Tesla FSD 14 for a Member with Parkinson’s

  • •The article highlights significant personal EV adoption (5 Teslas in one family, early adoption from 2014), signaling a rapidly accelerating mainstream trend.
  • •This widespread EV integration points to substantial future increases in residential and commercial electricity demand, impacting grid planning, peak load management, and potentially wholesale power prices.
  • •The mention of advanced features like FSD 14 suggests a future with higher vehicle miles traveled and energy consumption, necessitating robust charging infrastructure and grid upgrades from developers and IPPs.
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Utility Dive•3 days ago

Dominion says largest US offshore wind project on track

  • •Dominion's 2.6 GW Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project is confirmed to be on track for completion by the end of 2026.
  • •This project represents the largest offshore wind development in the US, significantly boosting renewable energy capacity on the East Coast.
  • •Despite reported vessel delays, the utility's reaffirmation of the timeline indicates robust project management and commitment to large-scale renewable deployment.
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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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Utility Dive•3 days ago

Why yesterday’s power grid security won’t work tomorrow

  • •The modern power grid's extensive connectivity, including every sensor, creates numerous new cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
  • •Traditional grid security measures are no longer adequate to protect against evolving threats to interconnected infrastructure.
  • •Developers and large power consumers must anticipate increased cybersecurity risks and potentially stricter security requirements for all grid-connected assets.
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Utility Dive•3 days ago

SPP proposes landmark merger of transmission planning, interconnection processes

  • •The Southwest Power Pool (SPP) has proposed a 'consolidated planning process' to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
  • •This proposal aims to merge transmission planning and interconnection processes, with the goal of making it easier and faster to bring new power supplies online.
  • •For developers and IPPs, this represents a significant regulatory change designed to streamline project timelines and reduce barriers to grid connection.
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CleanTechnica•3 days ago

Maxus eTerron 9 and the “Grid of Tomorrow” Presented at Electric Power Conference

  • •CEPSI 2025 (Singapore) prominently featured the Maxus eTerron 9, highlighting the critical intersection of electric mobility and power infrastructure.
  • •The concept of the 'Grid of Tomorrow' was central, emphasizing the need for advanced grid solutions to accommodate growing electric vehicle (EV) adoption and integration.
  • •This signals increasing industry focus on Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) capabilities, smart charging, and the broader implications for future grid planning and demand management for large loads and developers.
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Utility Dive•4 days ago

Gas continues to dominate Entergy plans as data center pipeline grows

  • •Entergy anticipates substantial load growth through 2029, primarily driven by large data center developments from companies like Google and Meta, indicating a robust demand market in their service territory.
  • •The utility has already secured agreements for these significant new loads, signaling firm commitments and potential for IPPs to partner or compete for future supply.
  • •Entergy's strategy to meet this demand heavily relies on natural gas generation, which could present opportunities for gas-fired plant developers (e.g., CCGT) or challenges for those seeking cleaner energy alternatives.
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CleanTechnica•4 days ago

The Foreign Invasion: BYD, Hyundai, & Kia Make Their Mark at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show

  • •Foreign EV manufacturers (BYD, Hyundai, Kia) are making significant inroads into the Japanese market, as evidenced by their strong presence at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show.
  • •This 'foreign invasion' signals an acceleration of EV adoption in Japan, leading to increased electricity demand for charging infrastructure.
  • •The growing competition in the EV market could drive down vehicle costs, further boosting adoption rates and the need for grid modernization and expanded generation capacity.
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Energy Storage News•4 days ago

Battery energy storage deployment in Australia’s NEM surges 150% year-on-year, says AEMO

  • •Australia's National Electricity Market (NEM) experienced a 150% year-on-year surge in battery storage, adding 2,936MW/6,482MWh by the end of Q3 2025.
  • •This rapid expansion signals a robust and growing market for battery storage developers and IPPs, indicating strong investment opportunities.
  • •For large power consumers, this growth implies enhanced grid stability, potential for improved price arbitrage, and increased opportunities for demand response and behind-the-meter solutions.
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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

XPENG Sales Reach New Record, Up 76%

  • •XPENG's record 42,013 EV deliveries in October 2025, a 76% year-over-year increase, highlights the accelerating pace of vehicle electrification.
  • •This rapid EV adoption drives significant, sustained growth in electricity demand, requiring substantial investment in new generation, transmission, and distribution infrastructure.
  • •Developers should recognize the expanding market for grid-scale and distributed energy resources to support EV charging loads and associated grid upgrades.
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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•6 days ago

The Kia EV4 Shortlisted for 2026 Car of the Year

  • •Kia's new EV4 hatchback, produced in Europe, offers up to 633 km range, signaling continued advancements in EV technology and consumer appeal.
  • •The EV4's market success will contribute to accelerating EV adoption, driving increased electricity demand and necessitating significant investment in charging infrastructure and grid upgrades.
  • •European production and strong market reception highlight regional growth in EV manufacturing and sales, impacting local energy demand and grid planning for developers and large power consumers.
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CleanTechnica•7 days ago

Uber, NVIDIA, & Stellantis Team Up On Robotaxis & AI

  • •Uber, NVIDIA, and Stellantis are partnering to accelerate robotaxi deployment and AI development, signaling a major push into autonomous electric vehicle fleets.
  • •This collaboration implies a substantial future increase in electricity demand for powering advanced AI data centers and extensive charging infrastructure for robotaxis.
  • •The partnership highlights the growing convergence of automotive, technology, and AI sectors, driving new requirements for robust, scalable, and potentially low-carbon power solutions for large loads.
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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

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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Utility Dive•7 days ago

Data centers as engines of economic growth

  • •Data centers are identified as a primary driver of new economic demands on the power grid.
  • •The article advocates for regulators to establish clear pathways for utilities to test and scale innovative power solutions.
  • •Utilities require mechanisms to recover costs for forward-looking investments necessary to meet the growing power needs of data centers.
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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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