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Energy Storage News•3 months ago

•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•3 months ago

•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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