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Utility Dive•5 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•5 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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Energy Storage News•5 days ago

France introduces grid tariff reforms for energy storage

•France will introduce new grid tariff reforms for energy storage projects starting August 2026.
•The reforms are designed to incentivize energy storage to provide grid support during specific times of the day.
•This policy change is expected to enhance the economic viability and operational strategies for energy storage developers and large power consumers in the French market.

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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

Pioneer Trucks Takes Over Maxus Distribution, Debuts Electric Commercial Vehicles

•Pioneer Trucks Philippines has taken over as the exclusive distributor for Maxus commercial trucks, including electric commercial vehicles (ECVs), in the Philippines.
•This development, announced at the 13th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit, signifies a renewed push for commercial fleet electrification in the region.
•For developers and IPPs, this indicates a growing market for EV charging infrastructure and increased electricity demand from commercial fleets.

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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

Loss of EV Tax Credit Hit Hyundai & Kia Hard in October

•The expiration of the $7,500 US EV tax credit led to a significant drop in October EV sales for Hyundai and Kia, following a rush to purchase in Q3.
•This demonstrates strong consumer price sensitivity to EV incentives, directly impacting the pace of transportation electrification.
•Policy changes, such as the availability or disappearance of tax credits, can cause substantial volatility in EV adoption rates.

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Energy Storage News•5 days ago

Victoria approves 2,200MWh of battery storage through streamlined pathway in Australia

•Victoria, Australia approved 2,200MWh of new battery storage capacity, including a 300MW/1,200MWh standalone BESS and integrated storage with a 332MW solar PV plant.
•The projects were approved via a 'streamlined pathway,' indicating a favorable and efficient regulatory environment for large-scale energy storage and renewable developments.
•These significant additions to grid-scale storage enhance grid stability, firm renewable generation, and offer increased reliability and potentially lower price volatility for large power consumers in Victoria.

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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

The Foreign Invasion: BYD, Hyundai, & Kia Make Their Mark at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show

•Foreign EV manufacturers (BYD, Hyundai, Kia) are making significant inroads into the Japanese market, as evidenced by their strong presence at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show.
•This 'foreign invasion' signals an acceleration of EV adoption in Japan, leading to increased electricity demand for charging infrastructure.
•The growing competition in the EV market could drive down vehicle costs, further boosting adoption rates and the need for grid modernization and expanded generation capacity.

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Energy Storage News•5 days ago

Battery energy storage deployment in Australia’s NEM surges 150% year-on-year, says AEMO

•Australia's National Electricity Market (NEM) experienced a 150% year-on-year surge in battery storage, adding 2,936MW/6,482MWh by the end of Q3 2025.
•This rapid expansion signals a robust and growing market for battery storage developers and IPPs, indicating strong investment opportunities.
•For large power consumers, this growth implies enhanced grid stability, potential for improved price arbitrage, and increased opportunities for demand response and behind-the-meter solutions.

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Energy Storage News•5 days ago

‘Silver buckshot, not a silver bullet’: the rally cry for Australia’s energy storage strategy

•Australia's energy storage strategy is shifting to a 'silver buckshot' approach, prioritizing diverse technologies over a singular solution.
•This strategic direction signals broad market opportunities for developers to deploy a variety of energy storage projects.
•For large power consumers, this diversification aims to enhance grid resilience and reliability through a robust, multi-faceted storage portfolio.

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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

XPENG Sales Reach New Record, Up 76%

•XPENG's record 42,013 EV deliveries in October 2025, a 76% year-over-year increase, highlights the accelerating pace of vehicle electrification.
•This rapid EV adoption drives significant, sustained growth in electricity demand, requiring substantial investment in new generation, transmission, and distribution infrastructure.
•Developers should recognize the expanding market for grid-scale and distributed energy resources to support EV charging loads and associated grid upgrades.

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CleanTechnica•5 days ago

Sperm Whales Have Their Own Language. Does That Mean They Have Legal Rights?

•A research group (CETI) is advocating for legal rights for sperm whales, citing their complex communication abilities.
•This advocacy signals a potential future trend in environmental policy focusing on advanced animal rights and marine ecosystem protection.
•Such policy shifts, if adopted, could introduce new regulatory hurdles or restrictions for offshore energy development, including wind farms, subsea transmission, and exploration, impacting project timelines and costs.

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CleanTechnica•6 days ago

IRENA Chief Highlights Renewable Surge and Dismisses Doubts on Energy Transition

•IRENA Director General Francesco La Camera asserts that renewables are now the dominant source for new energy projects globally.
•The global energy transition is accelerating, not faltering, reinforcing a long-term shift in power generation.
•This signals continued strong market momentum for renewable energy development and procurement strategies for large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•6 days ago

Is An Electric Bus A Fire Risk

•A fatal bus crash in New Zealand, involving a petrol car, has sparked misinformed public commentary incorrectly linking the incident to electric bus fire risks.
•The article aims to correct the narrative, implying the bus was not electric or that its electric powertrain was not the cause of any fire, countering unsubstantiated fears.
•This highlights the ongoing challenge of public perception and misinformation regarding the safety and reliability of emerging energy technologies, particularly electric vehicles and their battery storage systems.

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CleanTechnica•6 days ago

We Are Jamaica And Jamaica Is Us

•A recent storm in Jamaica was intensified by human-caused hotter ocean temperatures, highlighting the growing impact of climate change on weather events.
•This trend indicates increased physical risks to energy infrastructure and operations for power developers and large consumers in regions vulnerable to extreme weather.
•The article implicitly underscores the rising importance of climate resilience and adaptation strategies in power sector planning, project development, and long-term risk assessment.

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CleanTechnica•6 days ago

Trust in Transition: Why Global Aviation Is Starting to Fly on Chinese Certification

•Brunei's recognition of China's Civil Aviation Administration (CAAC) airworthiness rules signals a growing global acceptance of Chinese regulatory standards.
•This 'bellwether' decision suggests a potential shift in international trust and influence, which could extend to other industrial sectors, including energy infrastructure and technology.
•For power developers and large power consumers, this trend implies potential diversification of equipment supply chains and a need to monitor evolving international certification standards for components and systems.

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CleanTechnica•7 days ago

First Solar Expands CdTe Solar Cell Manufacturing Footprint In US

•First Solar is constructing a new 3.7 GW CdTe solar cell manufacturing facility in the US.
•This expansion significantly boosts domestic thin-film solar module supply, enhancing supply chain security and reducing reliance on foreign imports for US projects.
•Increased availability of US-made CdTe modules supports projects aiming for domestic content bonuses under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and can contribute to more stable module pricing.

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CleanTechnica•7 days ago

Golden Week Goes Electric: China’s Holiday Travel Becomes a Showcase for the Clean Economy

•China's Golden Week holiday travel patterns are increasingly dominated by electric vehicles (EVs), showcasing the rapid adoption of clean transportation.
•The surge in EV travel during peak periods highlights significant increases in electricity demand for charging, posing challenges and opportunities for grid stability and infrastructure development.
•Continued strong government policy support for EV infrastructure and renewable energy integration is driving this transition, creating a robust market for related projects.

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CleanTechnica•7 days ago

Singapore and Sweden Strengthen Energy Partnership at SIEW 2025

•Singapore's EMA and the Swedish government have launched an operational framework for bilateral clean energy cooperation, formalized at SIEW 2025.
•This initiative elevates a diplomatic understanding into a practical mechanism for collaboration, signaling strong governmental support for clean energy.
•The partnership aims to foster joint efforts in clean energy, potentially creating new policy and investment opportunities for developers and IPPs.

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CleanTechnica•7 days ago

The Kia EV4 Shortlisted for 2026 Car of the Year

•Kia's new EV4 hatchback, produced in Europe, offers up to 633 km range, signaling continued advancements in EV technology and consumer appeal.
•The EV4's market success will contribute to accelerating EV adoption, driving increased electricity demand and necessitating significant investment in charging infrastructure and grid upgrades.
•European production and strong market reception highlight regional growth in EV manufacturing and sales, impacting local energy demand and grid planning for developers and large power consumers.

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CleanTechnica•7 days ago

Trump’s attack on UN shipping deal is a harbinger of what’s to come. Here’s how countries can still get climate action done.

•The US government actively opposed and undermined an international UN shipping emissions deal, signaling potential future resistance to global climate agreements.
•This action creates significant uncertainty for international climate policy and carbon pricing mechanisms, potentially shifting focus to national or regional climate initiatives.
•The article suggests that countries will need to pursue alternative pathways for climate action, likely through domestic policies, bilateral agreements, or private sector initiatives, despite international headwinds.

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