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Utility Dive•5 months 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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Energy Storage News•5 months 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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Utility Dive•5 months 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•5 months 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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CleanTechnica•6 months 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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CleanTechnica•6 months 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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Utility Dive•6 months ago

Xcel Energy rolls out $60 billion capital spending plan

•Xcel Energy plans a massive $60 billion capital expenditure, including 7.5 GW of renewables, 3 GW of gas generation, and 1.9 GW of energy storage, signaling significant market opportunities for developers and equipment providers.
•The plan includes 1,500 miles of high-voltage transmission and $5 billion for wildfire mitigation, addressing critical grid modernization, reliability, and interconnection challenges across Xcel's service territories.
•This substantial investment indicates a strong utility commitment to decarbonization and grid resilience, driving demand for new generation, storage, and transmission projects, and offering new PPA opportunities for large power consumers.

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Utility Dive•6 months ago

US has onshored full solar supply chain: SEIA

•The U.S. now possesses a complete domestic solar supply chain, from silicon ingots and wafers (with Corning's Michigan factory) to finished modules.
•This onshoring reduces reliance on foreign imports, potentially stabilizing solar component costs and improving supply chain predictability for developers and large power consumers.
•The development strengthens eligibility for domestic content incentives under the IRA, enhancing project economics and reducing risk for IPPs and large energy users seeking renewable power.

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CleanTechnica•6 months ago

New Online Cost Calculator Aims To Rebuild EV Sales In The US

•An online cost calculator is being launched to boost US EV sales following the expiration of federal tax credits.
•The initiative aims to counter a downturn in the EV market, indicating a need for new strategies to drive consumer adoption.
•Successful promotion of EVs could indirectly increase future demand for charging infrastructure and grid capacity, impacting planning for developers and large power consumers.

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Energy Storage News•6 months ago

US battery materials and BESS firm Redwood raises US$350 million Series E

•Redwood Materials secured US$350 million in Series E funding to significantly scale its critical battery materials and energy storage businesses.
•This investment signals a strengthening domestic supply chain for battery components, potentially leading to increased availability and more competitive pricing for BESS projects.
•The expansion of battery materials and energy storage operations supports accelerated deployment of BESS, offering enhanced grid flexibility, resilience, and new opportunities for developers and large power consumers.

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Energy Storage News•6 months ago

South Korean government investment in US BESS developer ‘reflects shared commitment to reliable, affordable power’

•US BESS developer Peregrine Energy Solutions secured US$130 million in investment, notably including capital from the South Korean Ministry of Environment.
•This significant international funding signals strong confidence in the growth and profitability of the US battery energy storage market for developers.
•Increased capital for BESS developers will likely accelerate the deployment of storage projects, enhancing grid reliability and potentially stabilizing energy prices for large power consumers.

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Energy Storage News•6 months ago

US battery storage financing ‘has become more challenging’

•US battery energy storage system (BESS) project financing has become more challenging, according to industry experts.
•This trend likely translates to higher capital costs and increased risk for BESS projects, potentially impacting project viability and PPA pricing for developers.
•Large power consumers seeking BESS solutions or stable PPA rates may face longer development timelines and less favorable terms due to financing hurdles.

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Energy Storage News•6 months ago

‘Developers don’t want geopolitical risks’: Fluence talks up US domestic content strategy

•Fluence, a major energy storage OEM, is emphasizing a US domestic content strategy to help developers mitigate geopolitical supply chain risks.
•This strategy aims to provide greater supply chain stability and potentially cost predictability for energy storage projects, driven by developer demand and policy incentives.
•Developers and IPPs are increasingly prioritizing domestic sourcing to de-risk projects, meet policy requirements (e.g., IRA), and secure financing advantages.

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