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Energy Storage News•26 days ago

Form Energy signs 12GWh agreement to supply multi-day iron-air batteries to new US AI data centres

•Form Energy has secured a 12GWh supply agreement with Crusoe, an AI data center infrastructure developer, for its multi-day iron-air batteries in the US.
•This landmark deal signifies a major commitment to long-duration energy storage as a primary power solution for the rapidly expanding and high-demand AI data center sector.
•The agreement underscores the critical need for reliable, multi-day energy solutions to ensure continuous, resilient operation for energy-intensive AI infrastructure.

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Utility Dive•26 days ago

Winter Storm Fern highlighted need for expanded interregional transmission, Senate hears

•Winter Storm Fern led to extreme price volatility, with some regions experiencing hundreds of dollars/MWh while neighboring areas saw negative prices.
•Significant power generation was stranded and unused due to inadequate interregional transmission capacity, preventing it from reaching demand centers.
•The event underscored to the Senate the critical need for expanded interregional transmission infrastructure to enhance grid resilience and market efficiency.

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Energy Storage News•26 days ago

Sungrow bags 1GWh BESS supply deal with ENEVO Group in Romania

•Sungrow has secured a deal to supply 1GWh of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to ENEVO Group for deployment across various projects in Romania.
•This substantial 1GWh BESS order signifies a rapidly expanding market for energy storage solutions in Romania and the broader European region.
•For developers and IPPs, the deal highlights strong demand for BESS, driven by grid modernization, renewable energy integration, and potential revenue streams from ancillary services.

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Energy Storage News•26 days ago

Akuo building 80MW/220MWh Portugal BESS for 2027 completion

•IPP Akuo is building an 80MW/220MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Borba, Portugal, with a 2.75-hour duration.
•The BESS will be integrated with Akuo's existing 181MW Santas solar PV plant, enhancing its dispatchability and grid services.
•Slated for completion in 2027, this project signifies the continued growth of hybrid renewable energy solutions in Europe.

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CleanTechnica•26 days ago

Hegseth Invokes National Security in Seeking to Exempt Gulf Oil & Gas Activities from Endangered Species Act

•The Trump Administration is seeking a broad exemption for all Gulf of Mexico oil and gas exploration and drilling from the Endangered Species Act (ESA), citing national security concerns.
•A federal 'God Squad' panel is scheduled to meet next week to review this exemption request.
•This move signals a significant federal policy shift prioritizing fossil fuel extraction, potentially leading to increased domestic oil and gas supply from the Gulf.

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CleanTechnica•26 days ago

West Virginia Agencies Shielding Details on $1.44B DOE Coal Bail-out Loan from Public

•West Virginia agencies are withholding details on a $1.44 billion Department of Energy (DOE) loan intended for coal projects, following a denied FOIA request by the Sierra Club.
•This significant federal funding for coal is characterized as a 'bail-out,' raising concerns about market distortion, taxpayer burden, and the viability of competitive generation sources.
•The lack of transparency surrounding the loan details creates regulatory and financial uncertainty for developers and large power consumers in the region, particularly within the PJM market.

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CleanTechnica•26 days ago

Armstrong Templok Shows Potential For Thermal Energy Storage With Phase Change Materials

•Armstrong Templok is introducing a new thermal energy storage solution using Phase Change Materials (PCM), potentially integrated into building components like ceiling tiles.
•This technology aims to manage building energy loads, particularly HVAC, by storing and releasing thermal energy to reduce peak electricity demand.
•For large power consumers and developers, this offers a practical method to optimize energy consumption, potentially lower operational costs, and improve grid resilience by reducing strain during peak hours.

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Energy Storage News•26 days ago

Iberdrola Australia’s 360MWh Broadsound BESS begins commissioning in Queensland

•Iberdrola's 360MWh Broadsound Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Queensland has commenced commissioning, integrating into AEMO's Market Management System (MMS).
•This significant addition of flexible storage capacity will enhance grid stability and reliability, potentially impacting wholesale energy prices and ancillary service markets.
•The successful commissioning of a large-scale BESS provides a practical case study and benchmark for developers navigating project execution and market integration in Australia.

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CleanTechnica•26 days ago

Early Wins for the Social Media Ban, New Survey Claims. But the Full Picture Is Far More Complicated.

•Australia has implemented a world-first national legislation restricting social media access for children under 16, in force for approximately three months.
•A recent YouGov survey of 1,070 Australian adults suggests early positive behavioral effects among children due to the social media ban.
•This article discusses social policy and does not contain information relevant to power/energy developers, large power consumers, or IPPs regarding energy markets, projects, or regulations.

CleanTechnica•26 days ago

From Fuel Shock to Financial Stability in Hawaiʻi

•Hawaiʻi faces extreme vulnerability to global fuel market shocks, as evidenced by events like the 2022 energy crisis and geopolitical tensions.
•This reliance on imported fuels results in high and volatile energy costs for the state, impacting consumers and businesses.
•The primary objective is to achieve "financial stability" by reducing dependence on global fuel markets, strongly implying a strategic shift towards local, controlled energy sources and away from fossil fuel imports.

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CleanTechnica•26 days ago

Here Comes More Lithium For EV Batteries, Made In The USA

•EnergyX has commissioned a new demonstration facility in Texas, initiating domestic lithium production.
•The facility aims to supply lithium for critical applications including EV batteries and energy storage systems.
•This initiative is positioned to reduce US reliance on foreign (specifically Chinese) lithium refining, enhancing supply chain security for energy storage developers and EV manufacturers.

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POWER Magazine•27 days ago

FluxPoint Energy Enters Race to Build First New U.S. Uranium Conversion Plant in Nearly 70 Years

•FluxPoint Energy, a new Texas-based startup, announced plans to build the first U.S. uranium conversion facility in nearly 70 years.
•The project aims to eliminate an "unacceptable chokepoint" in America's nuclear fuel supply chain, enhancing domestic energy security.
•This initiative could stabilize future nuclear fuel supply and reduce geopolitical risks for nuclear power developers and large industrial loads.

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CleanTechnica•27 days ago

Beyond Generation: The Grid Innovations Hawaiʻi Needs Next

•Hawaii's energy transition is moving beyond renewable generation deployment to focus on comprehensive grid innovations.
•The next critical phase involves addressing grid stability, reliability, and ancillary services historically provided by fossil fuel systems.
•This shift presents opportunities for developers and technology providers in advanced grid solutions, energy storage, and flexible resources that can support a high-renewables grid.

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CleanTechnica•27 days ago

Beyond Oʻahu: How The Other Hawaiian Islands Will Decarbonize

•The article explores the expansion of decarbonization strategies from Oʻahu to the other Hawaiian islands, indicating a broader market for clean energy development.
•The core challenge is adapting the successful decarbonization logic from the most populous island to the unique conditions of the smaller, potentially isolated, island grids.
•Implies significant opportunities for developers and IPPs in deploying clean, resilient energy solutions (e.g., solar, wind, storage) across the archipelago to meet local demand.

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CleanTechnica•27 days ago

UK Mandates Rooftop Solar & Heat Pumps For New Homes Beginning In 2028

•The UK will mandate the installation of rooftop solar and heat pumps in all new homes starting April 2028, under the Future Homes Program.
•This policy creates a guaranteed, substantial market for solar PV systems and heat pump manufacturers, suppliers, and installers in the UK.
•New home developers in the UK must integrate these technologies into their project planning, design, and cost structures, influencing material sourcing and construction timelines.

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CleanTechnica•27 days ago

8 New EV Charging Locations Planned At ShopRite Stores

•ShopRite plans 8 new EV fast charging locations, with one already operational in Paramus, NJ, featuring six 350 kW chargers.
•This initiative represents significant distributed load growth at commercial retail sites, with individual chargers capable of drawing up to 350 kW.
•The rapid deployment of high-power EV charging creates new demands on local grid infrastructure and offers opportunities for energy developers in grid upgrades, energy management, and potential co-located storage solutions.

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Utility Dive•27 days ago

Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind begins delivering power

•The Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project, planned as the largest U.S. offshore wind farm with 2.6 GW capacity, has commenced initial power delivery.
•Currently, a single 14.7 MW turbine is operational, marking a significant step for large-scale renewable energy integration in the U.S. market.
•Full deliverability of CVOW's substantial planned capacity is dependent on critical transmission upgrades within the PJM Interconnection.

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CleanTechnica•27 days ago

Oil Price Surge Is Hurting African Economies: Scholars in Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, and South Africa Take Stock

•Global oil prices surged above US$100/barrel following US/Israel attacks on Iran and Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting 20% of global oil supply.
•The oil price surge is severely impacting African economies (Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa), indicating increased energy costs for power generation, transportation, and overall economic instability.
•For developers and large power consumers, this implies significantly higher operating costs for oil-fired generation and transportation, making renewable energy projects (solar, wind) more economically competitive and urgent for energy security and cost stability.

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POWER Magazine•27 days ago

Solar Power Satellites and Orbital Data Centers—International Space Law Implications

•The article highlights renewed interest in space-based solar power (SBSP) and orbital data centers (ODC), driven by the escalating global demand for computing power.
•A critical hurdle for these advanced concepts involves clarifying property rights in geostationary orbit (GEO) under the current international space law and treaties.
•For developers and large power consumers, this signals a potential long-term, high-capacity energy source and data infrastructure solution, contingent on resolving complex legal and regulatory frameworks.

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Utility Dive•27 days ago

Southeast, lower-cost PJM states offer model for affordable grid expansion

•The vertically integrated utility model, as seen in the Southeast and lower-cost PJM states, is advocated as a successful approach for grid expansion and new generation development.
•This model is credited with enabling the construction of new generation while protecting customers from significant rate increases, implying greater price stability for large power consumers.
•Former FERC Commissioner Bernard McNamee's endorsement suggests a policy preference for integrated utilities as a means to achieve affordable and reliable power infrastructure.

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