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ITC says domestic active anode material industry has been harmed by Chinese imports

The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has made an affirmative determination in its preliminary antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) investigations concerning active anode material from China. Battery diagram from UL. The American Active Anode Material Producers (AAAMP) filed its AD/CVD petitions with the Dept. of Commerce and U.S. ITC in December 2024, requesting investigations into …

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Lightsource bp energizes 288-MW Texas solar project portfolio

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A 288-MW solar project portfolio in Texas valued at $348 million is entering commercial operation. The portfolio is composed of two utility-scale projects developed by Lightsource bp: 163 MW Starr Solar in Starr County 125 MW Second Division Solar in Brazoria County Second Division Solar. Lightsource bp Combined, the two projects can generate enough electricity …

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The Climate Fix: Africa’s Solar Revolution

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Editor’s note: Last week, the United Nations’ climate chief called the global transition away from fossil fuels “unstoppable,” despite the United States’ recent turn away from the fight against climate change under President Trump. That transition is the focus of the revamped version of The Climate Fix. Twice a month on Fridays, we’ll bring you …

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Battery anode AD/CVD case moves forward, threatening to double U.S. battery costs

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The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has made affirmative determinations in its preliminary phase antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) investigations concerning active anode material from China. Under AD/CVD investigations, ITC determines whether a U.S. industry is “materially injured or is threatened with material injury, or whether the establishment of an industry is materially retarded, by reason …

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Vote Solar and other groups file lawsuit challenging Arizona solar fee

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On January 28, the Arizona Center for Law in the Public Interest (ACLPI) and Earthjustice filed an appeal in the Arizona Court of Appeals on behalf of Vote Solar challenging the Arizona Corporation Commission’s decision approving a discriminatory charge on customers with solar. The solar fee is imposed by the utility Arizona Public Service (APS) …

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Washington State solar recycling mandate

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With the state’s new recycling policy set to take effect in six months, Washington’s solar industry is grappling with its implications. January 31, 2025 In less than six months, Washington State’s solar recycling mandate is set to take effect years after its initial passage in 2017. The law will require solar companies to provide Washington …

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Sunrise brief: How much can I expect to save by installing solar?

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Also on the rise: Fair Access to Community Solar Act introduced in Washington State. Startup unveils polymer battery electrolytes that eliminate thermal runaway. And more. Meteomatics secures $22 million to help businesses navigate extreme weather impacts Meteomatics will use the funding to help meet the growing demand for insights into hyperlocal extreme weather events. Fair …

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CPUC Continues to Help Close Digital Divide Through Broadband Grants Across California

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SAN FRANCISCO – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today approved $48 million for eight broadband infrastructure projects as part of the multi-year $2 billion Last Mile Federal Funding Account grant program, which expands broadband internet access for underserved and unserved communities across California. Continuing to invest where it matters most The Last Mile Federal …

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CPUC Streamlines Electric Transmission Permitting Process

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SAN FRANCISCO– The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), in ongoing efforts to address electricity reliability and meet the state’s clean energy goals, today updated its electric utility transmission siting regulations to modernize and accelerate how transmission infrastructure is planned, permitted, and built. The new electric transmission process adjustments under General Order (GO) 131-D (now updated …

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How much can I expect to save by installing solar?

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The average cost of an 11 kW rooftop solar installation after federal tax credits is $20,552, said marketplace operator EnergySage. What will your utility-provided electricity cost over the next 25 years? January 30, 2025 The average solar shopper in the U.S. needs about 11 kW to cover their electricity usage, said solar marketplace provider EnergySage. …

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