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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Electric Utility Affordability Crisis Brewing in South Carolina

•A new executive order from Donald Trump threatens state-level consumer protections and "large load tariffs" in South Carolina.
•The order could block state guardrails around AI infrastructure, potentially exacerbating an "affordability crisis" for electric utilities.
•This policy change directly impacts AI data centers and other large power consumers by potentially altering their financial contributions to grid infrastructure development.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Major Environmental Organizations Sue Trump Administration Over Hold on Billions for Electric Vehicle Charging

•Major environmental organizations are suing the Trump administration to release billions in federal funds designated for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
•The ongoing legal and political dispute creates significant uncertainty regarding the timeline and scale of federal support for EV infrastructure deployment.
•Developers and large power consumers should monitor this lawsuit closely, as its outcome will directly influence the pace of EV adoption, associated grid demand growth, and potential project opportunities.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

New EV Energy Storage Study Sheds New Light On Ford’s EV Spinout

•Ford Motor Company is strategically pivoting away from an 'all in' electric vehicle strategy, shifting focus towards hybrid gas-electric vehicles.
•The company is demonstrating a 'massively expanded interest' in the energy storage industry, indicating a significant new area of investment and development for the OEM.
•This shift by a major automotive manufacturer suggests potential re-evaluation of EV market growth projections and signals increased opportunities and competition within the energy storage sector for developers and large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

I’m Shocked! Trump’s Cut to Fuel Economy Regulations Will Cost Consumers More Money

•A Trump-era rollback of fuel economy regulations is identified as a policy change impacting the automotive sector.
•The article asserts that this regulatory cut will lead to increased fuel costs for consumers due to less efficient vehicles.
•For the power sector, higher operational costs for internal combustion engine vehicles could indirectly strengthen the economic case for electric vehicle adoption, influencing future electricity demand growth for charging infrastructure.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Toyota Fails to Respond to Letter from Global Advocacy Organizations by Deadline

•Global advocacy organizations are intensifying pressure on major industrial players like Toyota to align their emissions with Paris Agreement targets.
•Toyota's non-response by the deadline indicates potential challenges or delays in corporate commitments to aggressive decarbonization goals.
•This trend signals increasing future regulatory and public scrutiny on all large power consumers, driving demand for verifiable clean energy solutions and potentially impacting energy procurement strategies.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Advisory: D.C. Rally to Call Out Trump’s Plan to Dismantle Endangered Species Act

•A rally is scheduled for December 18th at the Interior Department to protest a proposed plan to dismantle the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
•Conservation groups, including Sierra Club, will deliver public comments opposing changes to the ESA.
•Potential changes to the ESA could significantly alter environmental permitting processes for energy infrastructure projects, impacting development timelines and costs for developers and large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

EU 2035 Reversal: Playing for Time Won’t Make European Carmakers Great Again

•European Commission proposes extending combustion engine sales beyond the 2035 phase-out, signaling a potential policy reversal.
•This proposed extension is expected to divert investment from Electric Vehicles (EVs), potentially slowing EV adoption rates in Europe.
•Slower EV adoption could lead to reduced growth in electricity demand projections for charging infrastructure, impacting long-term grid planning and generation capacity needs for developers and large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Waymo Gets Paralyzed By Venice Canal Parade

•An autonomous vehicle (Waymo robotaxi) was unexpectedly stalled for 45 minutes by a non-standard, unpredictable external event (a Christmas canal parade).
•This incident highlights the vulnerability of automated systems to unforeseen real-world disruptions, even those seemingly minor or localized, which can lead to significant operational delays.
•For developers of smart grid technologies, automated energy management systems, or large loads relying on autonomous operations, this underscores the critical need for robust resilience planning and fail-safes against novel external factors.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Ford Cuts Its EV Losses, But Sets Its EV Transition Back

•Ford is discontinuing its F-150 Lightning and US E-Transit EV models, with the future of the Mustang Mach-E uncertain.
•This strategic shift led to an increase in Ford's share price, indicating market approval of reduced EV investment and associated losses.
•The move suggests a potential slowdown in the projected growth of EV adoption, impacting future demand for charging infrastructure and fleet electrification strategies for large power consumers.

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POWER Magazine•about 1 month ago

Powering the AI Revolution: Why the Energy Race is the AI Race

•The explosive growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is creating unprecedented demand on the energy grid.
•This AI-driven demand, coupled with the ongoing energy transition, is exposing critical bottlenecks in existing energy infrastructure.
•Developers and large power consumers, especially those supporting AI, face a primary challenge in securing adequate and reliable power due to this demand surge.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Farley Follies Foil Ford F-150 Lightning Plans

•Ford's electric vehicle division, particularly the F-150 Lightning, is experiencing significant financial losses, impacting overall company earnings.
•This signals a challenging and potentially slower-than-anticipated path to profitability for major automotive OEMs in the electric vehicle market.
•Developers and large power consumers should factor these financial headwinds into their forecasts for fleet electrification rates and associated charging infrastructure and grid upgrade planning.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

Tesla vs. Waymo Continued, & Elon Musk’s Big 2025 Robotaxi Rollout Miss

•Elon Musk's anticipated 2025 robotaxi rollout has been identified as a significant 'miss' or delay.
•This indicates a slower-than-projected deployment of autonomous vehicle technology, potentially impacting future electricity demand forecasts for transportation electrification and charging infrastructure.
•The article underscores the challenges and potential delays in major technology rollouts by prominent OEMs, influencing long-term planning for grid load growth and infrastructure investment.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

Grid operators, ratepayers shouldn’t fear flexible data centers: GridCARE

•A 1-GW data center incorporating "modest flexibility" can significantly benefit the grid, according to GridCARE's analysis.
•Potential outcomes include a 5% reduction in costs for all utility customer classes or unlocking over $1.35 billion in capital for the utility.
•This analysis aims to reframe large data centers from grid liabilities into valuable assets, addressing concerns from grid operators and ratepayers.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

SK On pivots to stationary energy storage after Ford joint venture ends

•SK On, a major battery manufacturer, is pivoting its U.S. strategy to focus on stationary energy storage systems for "profitable and sustainable growth."
•This strategic shift follows the termination of a joint venture with Ford, though SK On will continue to supply EV batteries to Ford.
•The increased commitment from a significant OEM like SK On to stationary storage could lead to greater supply availability and potentially more competitive pricing for grid-scale and large commercial/industrial battery projects.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

Coordinating short-, ultra-long-duration storage unlocks maximum clean energy value

•The article advocates for the strategic integration of short-duration and multi-day energy storage solutions.
•This integration is presented as critical for establishing a secure and reliable electrical grid in the United States.
•The recommendation, from Noon Energy's Aric Saunders, highlights a key approach to maximizing clean energy value and grid stability.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

Power producers ask FERC to reverse MISO’s $280M capacity auction ‘adjustment’

•MISO's last planning resource auction is under FERC scrutiny due to a software error that led to a $280M capacity adjustment.
•Two complaints have been filed by power producers with FERC, challenging the integrity and financial outcomes of the adjusted auction results.
•This incident introduces significant regulatory uncertainty and potential for market rule changes, impacting future capacity revenue projections for developers and IPPs in the MISO region.

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CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago

New Nissan LEAF Now In Production In UK

•New Nissan LEAF production in the UK signals sustained growth in the global electric vehicle market.
•Increased EV manufacturing and adoption will drive higher electricity demand, necessitating grid upgrades and new generation capacity.
•Developers and large power consumers should anticipate growing load profiles and potential investment opportunities in EV charging infrastructure and associated power supply.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

Russia-linked hackers breach critical infrastructure organizations via edge devices

•Russia-linked hackers are actively targeting critical energy infrastructure organizations and their supply chains through vulnerabilities in edge devices.
•This sustained threat introduces significant operational and supply chain risks for developers and large power consumers, potentially impacting project development, operational reliability, and energy costs.
•Expect heightened regulatory scrutiny and potential new cybersecurity mandates from agencies like FERC, requiring increased investment in security protocols and supply chain vetting across the energy sector.

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POWER Magazine•about 1 month ago

Development Deal Will Provide Hydrogen for California Data Centers

•Vema Hydrogen will supply its 'Engineered Mineral Hydrogen (EMH)' to Verne for on-site power generation at California data centers.
•This agreement signals a concrete move towards utilizing hydrogen as a low-emission, primary fuel source for energy-intensive data center loads.
•The deal highlights the growing market for sustainable, on-site power solutions driven by environmental goals and critical infrastructure needs in regions like California.

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Utility Dive•about 1 month ago

Clean energy industry preps ahead of impending FEOC guidance

•The clean energy industry is anticipating new, 'taxpayer-friendly' Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) guidance.
•This crucial guidance is expected to be released by the end of January.
•The 'taxpayer-friendly' nature suggests a positive impact on project eligibility for IRA tax credits and supply chain certainty for developers and IPPs.

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