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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•4 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•4 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•4 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•4 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•4 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

US Coal Exports Drop 11% — Tariffs & Lower Demand Top Reasons

•US coal exports declined by 11% in the first half of 2025, primarily due to international tariffs and decreased global demand.
•This trend signals a weakening global market for coal, which could influence long-term fuel price forecasts and accelerate the retirement of coal-fired generation assets.
•The impact of tariffs highlights how trade policy directly affects fossil fuel markets, creating further uncertainty for coal-dependent energy strategies.

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CleanTechnica•4 days ago

Kia To US — No EV4 For You!

•Kia's EV4, a popular model in Europe, has been indefinitely postponed for release in the US market.
•This decision by a major automotive OEM indicates potential strategic shifts or market challenges impacting EV model availability in the US.
•For developers and large power consumers, this may signal a slightly slower pace of EV adoption and associated electricity demand growth than previously projected, influencing load forecasting and infrastructure planning.

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CleanTechnica•4 days ago

Rideshare Drivers — Foot Soldiers of the rEVolution

•Commercial fleet electrification, exemplified by rideshare drivers adopting EVs, represents a growing segment of electricity demand.
•This trend necessitates increased investment in EV charging infrastructure, particularly in urban and high-utilization areas to support high-mileage commercial use.
•Power developers and large consumers should anticipate and plan for significant load growth from the transportation sector, impacting grid planning and potential new generation needs.

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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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CleanTechnica•4 days ago

New Electric Jeepney Variant Presented at Electric Vehicle Show

•Basic Energy Corporation (BEC) introduced a new electric jeepney (BASIC GEEP) at the Philippine EV Summit, signaling growing e-transport market momentum.
•This development is driven by the government's public utility vehicle modernization program, indicating strong policy support for EV adoption in public transport.
•The expansion of electric public transport will significantly increase future electricity demand, creating opportunities for power generation and charging infrastructure development for IPPs and developers.

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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

TotalEnergies Loses In Paris Court, Marking A Turning Point For Fossil Fuel Truth-In-Advertising

•A Paris court found TotalEnergies misled consumers about its role in the energy transition, establishing a significant legal precedent in late October 2025.
•This ruling signals heightened scrutiny on 'greenwashing' and truth-in-advertising for energy companies, increasing legal and reputational risks for those making climate-related claims.
•Developers and large power consumers should anticipate stricter requirements for PPA terms, project marketing, and corporate sustainability reporting related to energy transition claims.

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Utility Dive•4 days ago

Trade, policy ‘headwinds’ push First Solar to boost US production

•First Solar is significantly expanding its US manufacturing footprint, adding 3.7 GW of annual finishing capacity by December 2026.
•This expansion is a direct response to trade and policy 'headwinds,' likely including incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and tariffs on imported modules.
•Increased domestic solar module production offers developers and large power consumers a more secure and resilient supply chain, potentially mitigating price volatility and geopolitical risks.

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POWER Magazine•4 days ago

Uncertainty Gives Way to Urgency: Latest Treasury Guidance Signals the Time is Now to Get Solar Projects Underway

•The 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA)' initially created significant regulatory uncertainty for renewable energy developers.
•Recent August guidance from the Treasury Department has clarified regulatory concerns, transforming market sentiment from uncertainty to urgency for solar projects.
•The guidance signals that now is a critical time for developers and decision-makers to accelerate their solar initiatives.

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