“We are living in the future of virtual power plants in places like Puerto Rico, and California, and New England, and increasingly Texas,” said Chris Rauscher, Sunrun’s head of grid services and electrification. “It’s just about other states putting that in place in their territories and letting it run.” In May, Virginia passed a law requiring that … Continue reading “As rooftop solar gets hammered, virtual power plants offer a way forward”
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California’s biggest virtual power plant is facing over $100 million in funding cuts due to the state’s ongoing budget crisis, threatening the long-term viability of a program that can act as a crucial release valve for the state’s overburdened power grid. The Demand Side Grid Support program pays electric customers who reduce their energy use or who provide … Continue reading “California’s successful virtual power plant program faces big budget cuts”
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John Deere Power Systems used its presence at the 2025 bauma trade show in Munich to usher in what it termed “a new era in power.” The new adage means “developing technologies that not only meet today’s needs but also anticipate the challenges our industry will face in the years to come,” said Nick Block, … Continue reading “John Deere and Kreisel Electric prepare for “a new era in power” as off-highway vehicle electrification accelerates”
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Q&A with EV measurement engineering experts Coty Harrison and Cristian Loris of Yokogawa Test&Measurement. When tasked with measuring the electrical power of complex systems like EVs, an inexperienced engineer may first reach for general instrumentation like oscilloscopes, data acquisition (DAQ) systems and digital multimeters (DMMs). While these instruments serve useful roles in electrical testing—oscilloscopes analyze … Continue reading “A closer look at purpose-built power analyzers for precise EV test and measurement”
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German adhesives and sealants producer Wevo-Chemie has launched a series of WEVOSIL thermally conductive silicone potting compounds, gap fillers and gels for DC/DC converters, which are increasingly integrated into larger units of electric drivetrains such as the HV battery, the main inverter or the OBC. WEVOSIL two-component silicone products built from third-generation materials enable fast … Continue reading “Wevo-Chemie introduces silicones for automotive power electronics”
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Recipients of federal “green bank” funding are in an increasingly tough spot. The eight nonprofits sharing the $20 billion Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund have only ever been able to withdraw enough money to pay two weeks’ worth of expenses. It’s now been two weeks since Trump’s crusade against the program began, meaning they can’t access … Continue reading “Illinois proves states have a lot of power to advance clean energy”
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The Kia EV9 is already an impressive electric SUV with its bold design, spacious cabin, and smart technology. Now it’s unlocking another new feature. With the new Wallbox Quasar 2 home charger, Kia EV9 owners can power their homes for up to three days and even save on energy costs. Watch how easy it is … Continue reading “Kia’s EV9 can power your home and save you on energy costs: Watch how easy it is [Video]”
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“The bottom line is all that adds up to market uncertainty for one of the fastest growing sectors of our economy, and nothing is more important to businesses and investors than market clarity,” said Bob Keefe, the executive director of E2, a nonpartisan organization promoting policies that are good for the economy and environment. “And right … Continue reading “Can solar power thrive despite Trump’s culture wars?”
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The race to develop high-quality, reliable battery and EV technology is more intense than ever. To stay ahead, manufacturers need purpose built testing solutions that ensure performance, safety, and compliance. Join this session at next week’s Virtual Conference on EV Engineering, presented by Chroma, where we will will illustrate how advanced power automated test systems … Continue reading “Advancing power test equipment for EV, EVSE, DUT simulation and battery testing (Webinar)”
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This year, utility-scale solar is expected to continue its winning streak as the largest source of new electricity generation. More than half of new power plant capacity built this year will be solar, followed by batteries, with 29% of total capacity. That’s a step up for batteries from last year. Meanwhile, solar’s share is forecast to … Continue reading “Chart: Solar, batteries to lead US power plant construction in 2025”