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Utility Dive•about 20 hours ago

Making flexibility work: A concrete framework for the DOE large load proposal

  • •The DOE's proposal for interconnecting large loads, particularly data centers, mandates load flexibility but lacks specific implementation details.
  • •A framework is being proposed by former FERC Commissioner Allison Clements and Roselle LLP to provide concrete guidelines for operationalizing this required load flexibility.
  • •Developers and large power consumers, especially data centers, should anticipate new, detailed interconnection requirements focused on demand-side management and grid responsiveness.
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Utility Dive•about 21 hours ago

US installed nearly 26 GW of new generating capacity from January to August

  • •The U.S. added nearly 26 GW of new generating capacity between January and August, indicating robust growth in power infrastructure.
  • •Solar power significantly dominated these capacity additions, highlighting its continued market leadership for new generation projects.
  • •A controversial gas pipeline project connecting New Jersey to New York received regulatory approval, signaling ongoing investment and support for natural gas infrastructure.
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Energy Storage News•about 22 hours ago

BrightNight and Cordelio reach financial close for 1,200MWh Arizona BESS

  • •BrightNight and Cordelio Power have reached financial close on the 300MWac solar PV and 300MW/1,200MWh BESS Pioneer Clean Energy Centre in Yuma, Arizona.
  • •This project represents a significant investment in large-scale, long-duration battery energy storage (1.2GWh), demonstrating increasing market confidence and viability for such developments.
  • •The successful financing of this co-located solar-plus-storage facility provides a blueprint for developers seeking to deploy similar dispatchable renewable energy assets.
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Energy Storage News•1 day ago

Origin Energy secures AEMO Connection Agreements for 650MWh grid-forming BESS in Australia

  • •Origin Energy has secured unconditional AEMO connection agreements for its 300MW/650MWh grid-forming Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Mortlake Power Station in Victoria, Australia.
  • •The 'grid-forming' capability of this BESS signifies a critical advancement in grid stability and resilience, enabling better integration of intermittent renewables and potentially reducing curtailment.
  • •This milestone demonstrates successful navigation of the complex regulatory and interconnection processes for large-scale battery storage in the Australian National Electricity Market (NEM), offering a precedent for future projects.
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CleanTechnica•1 day ago

Sierra Club Statement on Trump’s Nomination of Steve Pearce to Lead BLM

  • •Donald Trump nominated ex-U.S. Rep. Steve Pearce to lead the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), an agency overseeing 245 million acres of federal land.
  • •Pearce's known opposition to national monuments suggests a potential shift in federal land use policy under his leadership, likely favoring resource extraction over conservation.
  • •This change in BLM leadership could significantly impact permitting and access for energy infrastructure projects, including large-scale solar, wind, and transmission lines, as well as oil and gas development on federal lands, affecting project timelines and costs for developers and IPPs.
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CleanTechnica•1 day ago

Top Selling Electric Vehicles In USA’s Blockbuster 3rd Quarter — Plus The Losers

  • •The US EV market experienced a significant surge in Q3, driven by consumers rushing to purchase vehicles before an EV tax credit change.
  • •This 'blockbuster' quarter indicates an accelerated, policy-sensitive growth in electricity demand from the transportation sector.
  • •The rapid increase in EV adoption necessitates proactive planning for expanded charging infrastructure and substantial grid capacity upgrades.
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POWER Magazine•2 days ago

Bechtel Will Build Major Solar and Storage Project in Texas

  • •Bechtel will serve as EPC for Doral Renewables' 430 MW solar power station and 340 MWh battery energy storage system in Texas.
  • •This project represents a significant utility-scale solar and storage development, indicating continued growth and investment in hybrid renewable assets within the ERCOT market.
  • •The involvement of a major engineering and construction group like Bechtel highlights the increasing scale and complexity of renewable energy infrastructure projects.
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CleanTechnica•2 days ago

750 To 800 New EV Chargers To Be Installed In San Diego

  • •750 to 800 new EV chargers are slated for installation in San Diego, indicating significant infrastructure expansion despite broader market shifts.
  • •The elimination of federal EV tax incentives is noted, potentially leading to a dip in EV sales, yet charger deployment continues, suggesting a long-term commitment to EV adoption and associated load growth.
  • •This project represents a substantial increase in electricity demand within the San Diego region (CAISO territory), impacting local grid infrastructure and presenting opportunities for power developers and IPPs.
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Utility Dive•2 days ago

Exelon’s advanced data center pipeline grows to 18 GW

  • •Exelon is developing an 18 GW data center pipeline, signaling massive growth in large power loads.
  • •PJM's market monitor is scrutinizing a PECO Energy-Amazon data center agreement due to potential impacts on power costs and grid reliability.
  • •The rapid expansion of data centers is raising significant regulatory and market concerns regarding grid stability, interconnection, and electricity pricing.
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Energy Storage News•2 days ago

Xcel Energy plans 600MW ‘US Midwest’s largest BESS project’ in Minnesota

  • •Xcel Energy plans to develop a 600MW battery energy storage system (BESS) at the Sherco Energy Hub in central Minnesota, making it the largest BESS project in the US Midwest.
  • •This significant utility-scale storage deployment will enhance grid reliability and flexibility within the MISO region, potentially stabilizing energy prices and reducing peak demand charges for large power consumers.
  • •The project signals a strong market commitment to large-scale BESS, creating substantial opportunities for developers in co-located renewable + storage projects, BESS component supply, and related services, while also highlighting the need for robust interconnection and transmission planning.
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Energy Storage News•2 days ago

AGL seeks federal approval for 2,000MWh battery storage system in Queensland, Australia

  • •Australian energy giant AGL is seeking federal environmental approval for its 500MW/2,000MWh Tuckeroo Battery project in Queensland, marking a significant step for large-scale energy storage development.
  • •This project's substantial size (2,000MWh) sets a new benchmark for battery energy storage systems (BESS) globally, indicating a strong market trend towards multi-hour duration storage solutions.
  • •For developers and IPPs, this highlights the critical role of federal environmental approvals in advancing major energy infrastructure projects and the continued investment in grid-scale storage.
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POWER Magazine•3 days ago

Power, Proximity, Policy: The Legal Landscape of Siting Data Centers Near Natural Gas Resources

  • •Data centers are now critical infrastructure, with individual facilities often exceeding 100 MW in continuous electricity demand.
  • •Energy access and reliability are the single most critical factors determining data center siting decisions.
  • •The article will analyze the legal and policy frameworks governing the siting of data centers near natural gas resources to meet these extraordinary power needs.
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POWER Magazine•3 days ago

Power Quality in the AI Era: Solving for Subharmonics

  • •AI and HPC data centers are elevating power quality, specifically subharmonics, to a critical concern for operators, alongside grid access.
  • •Traditional power quality solutions are proving inadequate for the unique demands of AI/HPC workloads, requiring new approaches.
  • •The rise of subharmonics poses risks to grid stability and reliability, necessitating proactive solutions from grid operators, developers, and large consumers.
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CleanTechnica•3 days ago

A Broad Family EV Journey, Including Tesla FSD 14 for a Member with Parkinson’s

  • •The article highlights significant personal EV adoption (5 Teslas in one family, early adoption from 2014), signaling a rapidly accelerating mainstream trend.
  • •This widespread EV integration points to substantial future increases in residential and commercial electricity demand, impacting grid planning, peak load management, and potentially wholesale power prices.
  • •The mention of advanced features like FSD 14 suggests a future with higher vehicle miles traveled and energy consumption, necessitating robust charging infrastructure and grid upgrades from developers and IPPs.
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CleanTechnica•3 days ago

The Next Big Thing In Kenya’s Electric Mobility Sector — Electric Cars (Part 1: Charging Infrastructure)

  • •Kenya's electric vehicle (EV) market is experiencing steady growth, particularly in the electric motorcycle segment, indicating a nascent but expanding demand for charging infrastructure.
  • •The observed increase in electricity consumption linked to EVs signals a growing new load source for the grid, creating opportunities for power developers and IPPs.
  • •The focus on 'Charging Infrastructure' highlights an emerging need for investment in new grid connections, distributed energy resources, and potentially grid upgrades to support EV charging demand.
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Utility Dive•3 days ago

Dominion says largest US offshore wind project on track

  • •Dominion's 2.6 GW Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project is confirmed to be on track for completion by the end of 2026.
  • •This project represents the largest offshore wind development in the US, significantly boosting renewable energy capacity on the East Coast.
  • •Despite reported vessel delays, the utility's reaffirmation of the timeline indicates robust project management and commitment to large-scale renewable deployment.
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Utility Dive•3 days 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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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•3 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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