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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

Battery storage fire safety: Sungrow, Wärtsilä, Chint Power products put through LSFT

•Prominent battery storage OEMs Sungrow, Wärtsilä, and Chint Power are undergoing rigorous fire safety tests (LSFT) for their BESS products.
•This proactive testing by major vendors signals an industry-wide commitment to enhancing safety standards, which is critical for project permitting, insurance, and public acceptance of BESS deployments.
•Successful validation provides developers and large power consumers with increased confidence in the safety and reliability of these specific BESS solutions, potentially streamlining project approvals and reducing perceived risks.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

Australia opens Capacity Investment Scheme Tender 8, seeking 16GWh of energy storage across NEM

•Australia's CIS Tender 8 is officially open, targeting a substantial 16GWh of energy storage capacity across the National Electricity Market (NEM).
•This government-backed initiative provides a clear market signal and de-risking mechanism for large-scale energy storage projects, offering significant opportunities for developers and IPPs.
•The tender is expected to drive substantial investment in new storage assets, potentially influencing future capacity prices and grid stability.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

Michigan Township enacts one-year BESS moratorium after greenfield developer sizes up area for utility-scale project

•Oshtemo Township, Michigan, has enacted a one-year moratorium on new Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facility approvals, effective immediately.
•This local policy change creates significant permitting uncertainty and delays for BESS developers targeting the MISO region.
•The moratorium highlights increasing local opposition to utility-scale energy infrastructure, necessitating enhanced community engagement and site selection due diligence for developers and large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Albania — 57% BEV Share in October!

•Albania achieved a remarkable 57% Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) share in October, indicating rapid EV adoption even in smaller, lower-income markets.
•Despite a small total market (933 new passenger vehicle registrations), this trend signals a global acceleration in electrification that will drive future electricity demand.
•High BEV penetration in a market with low purchasing power suggests the presence of strong policy incentives or unique market dynamics that could be replicated elsewhere.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Alstom’s Hydrogen Retreat Marks A Turning Point For European Rail

•Alstom, a leading European rail innovator, is halting R&D for hydrogen trains, though existing orders will be completed.
•This strategic shift follows France's withdrawal of support for hydrogen rail development.
•The decision signals a significant policy-driven re-evaluation of hydrogen's role in the transport sector, potentially impacting broader hydrogen infrastructure investment and technology adoption.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Texas To Host Gigantic 11-GW Solar, Energy Storage, Nuclear, & Gas Energy Island

•US startup Fermi is developing 'Project Matador,' an 11 GW multi-technology energy campus in Texas.
•The project will integrate solar, energy storage, nuclear, and natural gas generation, creating a diversified 'energy island.'
•This massive new generation hub is poised to significantly impact the ERCOT market and could attract large industrial loads, including data centers.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

UK Pay-Per-Mile Charge For EVs Set For April 2028

•The UK will introduce a pay-per-mile charge for Electric Vehicles (EVs) starting April 2028, directly impacting operational costs for EV fleet operators and potentially influencing EV adoption rates.
•This new policy aims to replace declining fuel duty revenue as the vehicle fleet electrifies, signaling a significant shift in how road infrastructure will be funded.
•For large power consumers operating EV fleets, this represents a new and potentially substantial operational expense that must be integrated into financial planning and logistics.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

GAC T9 and Guangzhou’s Shift to BEV Trucks

•Guangzhou is seeing rapid BEV adoption in passenger cars (80%), with heavy-duty trucks, like the GAC T9, beginning a similar electrification trend, indicating a significant future load shift.
•This transition will drive substantial new electricity demand for charging infrastructure, requiring increased generation capacity and grid upgrades, presenting opportunities for IPPs and developers.
•The shift from diesel to electric transport, likely policy-driven, will reduce emissions and create a new market for large-scale charging solutions and associated power supply.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Exposing the Learning-Curve Myth: Why Enhanced Geothermal Cannot Follow Solar’s Cost Trajectory

•Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) are unlikely to achieve the rapid cost reductions seen in solar power due to inherent complexities in drilling, geological uncertainty, and lack of standardization, challenging optimistic projections.
•The article suggests that EGS will not become a cheap, scalable source of firm, low-carbon electricity as quickly as advocates hope, impacting resource planning and PPA pricing for firm power.
•Policy agencies' scenarios for EGS costs may be overly optimistic, implying a need for recalibration in energy policy and investment strategies for firm, decarbonized power.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Fossil Lobby Is Out of Arguments in 2025

•The economic and physical advantages of solar and storage are now undeniable, making them the primary choice for new power generation.
•Fossil fuel narratives are losing credibility as real-world deployment and cost trends increasingly favor renewables.
•Developers and large power consumers should prioritize solar + storage solutions due to their proven economic viability and deployment success.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Another Vertebrae Added to the “Philippine EV Spine” with the Opening of a New Charging Station South of Manila

•Ayala Group’s ACMobility is rapidly expanding the 'Philippine EV Spine' network with new charging stations, including one recently opened south of Manila.
•This strategic rollout targets major travel routes in Luzon, indicating a significant push for electric vehicle adoption and infrastructure development.
•The growing EV charging infrastructure signals increasing electricity demand and potential grid integration challenges and opportunities for power developers and large power consumers in the Philippines.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

Largest Tesla Supercharger Hub Opens — Is Powered By Solar

•Tesla launched its largest Supercharger hub (164 V4 stalls, >300 kW each) in Lost Hills, CA, showcasing a significant increase in EV charging capacity.
•The hub is primarily powered by solar and battery storage, operating mostly off-grid, demonstrating a model for energy-independent, high-demand infrastructure.
•This project highlights a growing trend towards distributed, renewable-powered solutions for large electrical loads, potentially influencing future development strategies for data centers, industrial facilities, and other large consumers.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

China’s Low-Altitude Ambitions Just Got Higher with Airship Purchase

•China's Zhejiang Airspace Integration Low-Altitude Industry Development Company placed an order for 18 AS700 manned airships from AVIC, a significant move for its air travel industry.
•This acquisition is one of the largest modern purchases of manned lighter-than-air vehicles, highlighting China's strategic development in its low-altitude sector.
•The article focuses exclusively on air travel and does not present direct practical or actionable intelligence for power developers, large power consumers, or IPPs regarding energy generation, consumption, or grid infrastructure.

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CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago

What If Private Air Travel Meant The Wealthiest Had To Pay A Climate Tax?

•A new policy proposal is emerging to impose a 'climate tax' on private jet owners and travelers, targeting high-emission luxury air travel.
•This initiative signals a growing global trend towards carbon pricing and regulatory intervention for activities deemed high-emission.
•While directly impacting aviation, the proposal highlights increasing governmental and public scrutiny on emissions, which could foreshadow future carbon taxes or regulations on energy-intensive industries and power generation.

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POWER Magazine•about 2 months ago

The POWER Interview: Negotiating the Details of Power Project Contracts

•Successful power project development and long-term supply for large consumers depend on well-negotiated contracts.
•Contract negotiations in the power sector are complex, involving multiple stakeholders including utilities, investors, and customers.
•Effective preparation and clear communication are critical for achieving mutually beneficial contract terms.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

Nostromo’s thermal ESS participates in CAISO energy market

•Nostromo Energy's IceBrick thermal energy storage (TES) technology is now participating in the CAISO wholesale energy market.
•This development validates TES as a viable, revenue-generating asset class for developers in competitive energy markets.
•Large power consumers with significant cooling loads can leverage TES for peak demand reduction and potential revenue from grid services within CAISO.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

Eos completes financing transactions totalling over US$1 billion, focuses on US manufacturing

•US zinc battery storage manufacturer Eos Energy Enterprises has secured over US$1 billion in financing.
•The funding is earmarked to strengthen the company's financial position and support its expansion efforts.
•A key focus of this expansion is on bolstering US manufacturing capabilities for zinc battery storage.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

EDF joint venture kicks off large-scale BESS and solar-plus-storage projects in Chile

•A joint venture between EDF and developer AME has commenced construction on large-scale solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects in Chile.
•The projects include a substantial 2GWh of battery storage capacity, highlighting significant investment in grid resilience and renewable energy integration.
•This development signals a growing global trend towards utility-scale hybrid solar-plus-storage solutions, offering dispatchable renewable power to the grid.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

UBS upgrades China BESS installation forecast, industry to ride policy tailwinds

•UBS has upgraded its forecast for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) installations in China, indicating strong market growth.
•China's energy storage market is undergoing significant policy-driven changes, creating a dynamic environment for developers.
•Document No. 136 has scrapped the mandatory energy storage allocation requirement for renewable energy projects, potentially shifting market dynamics for developers.

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Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago

Italian battery storage market pipeline soars, developers flock from around Europe

•The utility-scale battery storage market in Italy is experiencing a significant surge in interest and development activity.
•The market pipeline for battery storage projects in Italy is rapidly expanding, indicating substantial growth opportunities.
•Developers from across Europe are actively entering the Italian market, signaling a favorable environment for battery storage investment and deployment.

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