CleanTech Journal Desk

News at Glance Solar led new US long-term power contracts, according to S&P Global analysis. AI-related electricity demand provided a market tailwind supporting procurement activity and capacity planning. Fiscal and financing pressures created headwinds that could raise costs and delay project closings. Majority of recent US long‑term deals favoured solar, S&P Global finds S&P Global […]

News at Glance 74% stock surge: ChargePoint shares rose sharply after the company reported revenue above expectations. 27% US EV sales decline: Electric vehicle sales in the United States fell materially, weighing on sector sentiment. Investor focus shifts: The market reaction highlighted investor interest in charging infrastructure despite weaker vehicle sales. Revenue surprise shifts focus […]

News at Glance Some automakers are exploring small gasoline engines as onboard range extenders for battery electric vehicles to address gaps in charging infrastructure. Range extenders can reduce reliance on fast public chargers by providing on‑board electricity generation for longer trips. Experts warn of trade-offs including higher tailpipe emissions, regulatory scrutiny and added mechanical complexity. […]

News at Glance Otovo plans U.S. expansion by pursuing the purchase of a solar services company based on Oahu. Key deal details remain private with reporting noting that seller identity, price and closing timetable were not disclosed. Hawaii represents a strategic market because of high retail electricity prices and strong residential solar uptake, making local […]

News at Glance Plug-in solar systems allow homeowners to feed solar power into a house using a standard indoor outlet without traditional rooftop installation. Consumers are attracted by simpler installation and lower perceived upfront barriers compared with full rooftop systems. Regulators and utilities are reviewing safety and interconnection concerns, creating legal and operational uncertainty for […]

News at Glance Microsoft signs a long-term power purchase agreement for a solar project in Washington state. Project located in Washington aims to supply renewable electricity into the Pacific Northwest market. Deal supports corporate renewable procurement and could help finance new solar capacity while addressing grid decarbonization goals. Deal Bolsters Corporate Renewable Procurement in the […]

News at Glance Geomagnetic storms can induce currents in long transmission lines, creating risk for high-voltage transformers. Bulk-power equipment is vulnerable because damaged large transformers have long lead times for replacement and repair. Grid operators can reduce risk through operational steps, monitoring and targeted hardware upgrades. Bulk-power transformers face long replacement lead times after severe […]

News at Glance Canada, the United States and Mexico are cooperating to develop a West Coast charging network for electric heavy‑duty trucks. Priority is on enabling cross‑border freight operations and reducing emissions from long‑haul trucking along Pacific trade corridors. Key challenges include high‑power charging, grid upgrades and interoperability across jurisdictions. Trilateral push aims to enable […]

News at Glance Clean Air Act waiver remains central to California’s authority to set stricter vehicle emission standards. Federal rollbacks can change national rules but face legal challenges and do not instantly undo state regulations. Industry investment and consumer demand have built momentum that is costly and slow to reverse. Clean Air Act waiver anchors […]

News at Glance 767 MW of photovoltaic modules committed under the supply agreement. Buyer identified as a leading U.S. solar developer for projects in the United States. Deal signals continued demand for module deliveries amid active U.S. project pipelines. Deal Secures 767 MW of Modules for U.S. Projects Inox Solar Americas announced a supply agreement […]