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CleanTechnica•3 days ago

China’s Direct Assault On Japan’s Most “Domestic” Automotive Segment

  • •China's entry into Japan's protected kei car market, likely with affordable electric vehicles (EVs), signals a significant shift in a previously domestic automotive segment.
  • •This competition is expected to accelerate EV adoption in Japan, driving increased demand for charging infrastructure and grid capacity, impacting electricity demand profiles.
  • •Potential shifts in automotive manufacturing and supply chains between China and Japan could impact industrial electricity demand and energy policy in both regions.
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CleanTechnica•3 days ago

Air Pollution Linked To Dementia

  • •A new study highlights a direct link between air pollution and dementia, elevating public health concerns related to airborne contaminants.
  • •This connection is likely to intensify public and regulatory pressure for stricter emissions standards across all sectors, including power generation.
  • •Developers and IPPs may encounter increased scrutiny and potential permitting challenges for projects with significant air emissions.
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CleanTechnica•3 days ago

The Next Big Thing In Kenya’s Electric Mobility Sector — Electric Cars (Part 1: Charging Infrastructure)

  • •Kenya's electric vehicle (EV) market is experiencing steady growth, particularly in the electric motorcycle segment, indicating a nascent but expanding demand for charging infrastructure.
  • •The observed increase in electricity consumption linked to EVs signals a growing new load source for the grid, creating opportunities for power developers and IPPs.
  • •The focus on 'Charging Infrastructure' highlights an emerging need for investment in new grid connections, distributed energy resources, and potentially grid upgrades to support EV charging demand.
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Energy Storage News•3 days ago

Drax buys 260MW of in-development UK BESS projects

  • •UK power generator Drax is acquiring three in-development Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects totaling 260MW from developer Apatura.
  • •This acquisition highlights robust M&A activity and strong demand for BESS projects, offering potential exit opportunities for developers in the UK market.
  • •The move by a major generator into significant BESS capacity signals an increasing focus on grid flexibility and ancillary services, which can impact grid stability and future energy pricing for large power consumers.
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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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CleanTechnica•3 days ago

First Drive of the Polestar 4!

  • •The US launch of the Polestar 4 EV signifies the ongoing, rapid expansion of the electric vehicle market, directly translating to increased electricity demand across the grid.
  • •This growing EV load creates significant opportunities for power developers and IPPs in new generation capacity, grid infrastructure, and charging solutions.
  • •Large power consumers should anticipate potential impacts on grid stability and electricity pricing due to increased EV demand, necessitating strategic energy management and potential demand response participation.
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Energy Storage News•3 days ago

Baltic Storage Platform secures finance for Estonia BESS, Lithuanian scheme oversubscribed

  • •Financing has been secured for two large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects in Estonia, indicating active development in the Baltic region.
  • •Lithuania's capital expenditure support scheme for BESS projects was oversubscribed by 2x, demonstrating robust market demand and developer interest.
  • •The strong oversubscription for the Lithuanian scheme highlights a competitive yet attractive market for BESS development, driven by supportive policy frameworks.
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Energy Storage News•3 days ago

Cold beer, hot bricks: Heineken signs deals for 100MWh thermal energy storage system

  • •Rondo Energy announced a 100MWh thermal energy storage (TES) system project at a Heineken brewery in Portugal, marking its second such large-scale industrial deployment.
  • •This project signifies a growing trend among large industrial consumers to adopt TES solutions for decarbonizing process heat, moving away from fossil fuels.
  • •For developers and IPPs, this highlights an emerging market opportunity for industrial-scale TES projects, while large power consumers can see a viable pathway for significant emissions reduction.
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Energy Storage News•3 days ago

‘Collaboration, not isolation’: India’s path to becoming a global energy storage supply hub

  • •India aims to become a global hub for battery manufacturing and energy storage, emphasizing strategic partnerships.
  • •This initiative could diversify global battery supply chains, potentially impacting equipment availability and costs for developers and large power consumers.
  • •The focus on 'collaboration' suggests a supportive policy and regulatory environment in India for fostering domestic manufacturing and international joint ventures.
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Energy Storage News•3 days ago

Samsung SDI ramps ESS battery manufacturing in US to 30GWh, Tesla deal talks reported

  • •Samsung SDI is significantly expanding its US energy storage battery manufacturing capacity to 30GWh by the end of 2026.
  • •This ramp-up reflects a strategic pivot towards ESS due to sluggish EV demand, suggesting increased domestic supply and potential for more competitive pricing for grid-scale and behind-the-meter storage projects.
  • •Reported deal talks with Tesla for battery supply highlight strong market demand for large-scale ESS solutions and potential for major partnerships to secure supply.
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CleanTechnica•4 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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CleanTechnica•4 days ago

A US Energy Storage Startup Will Decarbonize Beer In Europe

  • •US energy storage startup Rondo Energy is deploying its 'Heat Battery' system in Europe to decarbonize a Heineken brewery.
  • •The project aims to replace natural gas with renewable-friendly high heat, directly addressing industrial process emissions.
  • •This initiative highlights a practical application of advanced thermal energy storage for large industrial consumers seeking to reduce their carbon footprint.
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Energy Storage News•4 days ago

Building trust through action: How social license will shape the future of energy storage

  • •Social license is emerging as a critical, non-technical factor for the successful development and deployment of energy storage projects.
  • •Developers and IPPs must prioritize proactive community engagement and trust-building to secure local acceptance and avoid project delays or cancellations.
  • •Failure to achieve social license could significantly impact project timelines, increase development costs, and constrain the growth of energy storage capacity, affecting market supply and potentially prices.
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CleanTechnica•4 days ago

BYD Electric Truck Sales Soar — Charts

  • •BYD's non-bus electric commercial vehicle (e.g., truck) sales are significantly increasing, indicating growing market adoption of heavy-duty electric vehicles.
  • •This trend points to rising demand for commercial EV charging infrastructure and increased electricity load from fleet operations, impacting grid planning and capacity.
  • •Large power consumers, particularly those with logistics or commercial fleets, have expanding options for electrifying their operations, influencing their energy procurement and infrastructure investment strategies.
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CleanTechnica•4 days ago

BYD BEV Sales Up 34.5% In October

  • •BYD's Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) sales increased by 34.5% year-over-year in October, indicating strong and sustained growth in the pure EV market.
  • •This continued growth signals an accelerating electrification of the transportation sector, translating into a significant and expanding new electricity load for grids.
  • •For developers, this implies increasing demand for charging infrastructure projects, grid upgrades, and potential opportunities in fleet electrification solutions.
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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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Energy Storage News•4 days ago

Illinois: Advocates, industry welcome clean energy legislation that includes 3GW energy storage target

  • •Illinois has enacted major clean energy legislation, establishing a 3GW energy storage deployment target.
  • •This policy creates a substantial new market opportunity for energy storage developers and investors in Illinois.
  • •The target signals a strong regulatory commitment to grid modernization and decarbonization, likely leading to new procurement programs and incentives for storage.
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CleanTechnica•4 days ago

Wärtsilä Energy Storage Announces GEMS Pulse, A Predictive Analytics Solution

  • •Wärtsilä Energy Storage has launched GEMS Pulse, a new predictive analytics solution designed for energy storage systems.
  • •This solution aims to optimize the performance and reliability of energy storage assets, offering potential operational cost reductions and improved revenue streams for developers and large power consumers.
  • •The underlying GEMS software has already been deployed in real-world energy storage projects, such as one in the Shetlands, indicating practical application and proven capability.
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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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CleanTechnica•4 days ago

Dongfeng Motors Showcases Electric Vehicle Lineup at SIEW 2025

  • •Chinese automaker Dongfeng Motors is expanding its presence in Singapore's electric vehicle (EV) market, showcasing its lineup at SIEW 2025.
  • •This expansion signals a growing EV market in Singapore, indicating increasing future electricity demand for charging infrastructure and potential grid impacts.
  • •The prominence of EVs at an energy conference (SIEW) highlights a regional focus on electrification, driving opportunities for power developers and challenges for large power consumers in managing increased demand.
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