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It's EV News Briefly for Tuesday 03 March 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyRENAULT CHIEF ATTACKS "FAKE" PHEVS, EYES RANGE EXTENDERSRenault CEO François Provost has condemned short-range plug-in hybrids from German and Chinese manufacturers as "fake PHEVs" that discourage regular charging and undermine consumer and regulatory confidence in electrified vehicles. Renault is exploring range-extender EV (EREV) technology for its next-generation electric platform — underpinning models like the Scenic successor — where a combustion engine acts only as a generator for trips up to 1,000km, and Provost is pushing for EREVs to be explicitly permitted for sale in the EU and UK beyond the 2035 all-BEV mandate.NORWAY'S EV SHARE RECOVERS AND HITS 98%Norway registered 7,272 new passenger cars in February 2026, with BEVs accounting for 7,127 of them — a 98.01% market share — as the market began to stabilise after a turbulent end to 2025 driven by expiring VAT exemptions. OFV Director Geir Inge Stokke compared the post-surge normalisation to the period following the 2022 VAT reform, with diesel, petrol PHEVs, hybrids, and pure petrol cars dividing up the remaining 2% between them. NORWAY PASSES ONE MILLION BATTERY-ELECTRIC VEHICLESNorway's battery-electric passenger car fleet has crossed one million, with 951,300 BEV passenger cars and 50,300 BEV light commercial vehicles (LCVs) on the road, representing 32.4% of all passenger cars in the country's 2.94 million-strong fleet. Oslo leads with a 48.9% BEV share in its passenger car fleet and is expected to crack 50% before summer, while rural Finnmark trails at 12.2%, and the Norwegian EV Association's Christina Bu says the LCV transition — currently at just 9.7% — urgently needs to accelerate.UPTAKE SPREADS BEYOND WEALTHIER EARLY ADOPTERSResearch from charging firm char.gy and think tank New Automotive shows that EV adoption in England, once closely tied to wealth as measured by the Index of Multiple Deprivation, has spread significantly into poorer areas by Q3 2024–2025, with growth rates converging across most neighbourhoods. Used BEV transactions surged 45.7% in 2025 to a record 274,815 units, lifting used BEV market share to 3.5%, and with more than two million plug-in vehicles now on UK roads, the main remaining challenge is delivering reliable, affordable on-street charging in the most disadvantaged communities. QUANTUMSCAPE UNVEILS PRODUCTION LINE IN CALIFORNIAQuantumScape officially inaugurated its Eagle Line — a highly automated solid-state battery pilot production facility in San Jose, California — on February 4, 2026, designed not for mass production by QuantumScape itself but as a scalable blueprint that licensing partners, including Volkswagen (which has invested over $300 million), can replicate at gigawatt-hour scale in their own plants. With roughly $850 million in liquidity but a history of burning over $100 million annually and Volkswagen having scaled back its involvement in 2023 after missed timelines, QuantumScape's strategy pivot toward licensing means the next 18–24 months are critical for securing a major customer agreement.KIA UK SETS EV2 FIRST DRIVE WEEKENDSKia UK will run First Drive Weekend events for the EV2 across nearly all 190 UK dealers from April 16 to June 27, 2026, offering structured 30-minute accompanied drives ahead of first deliveries expected later in the year. The EV2 is a compact SUV just over four metres long built on the 400V E-GMP platform, supporting 10%–80% DC rapid charging in around 30 minutes, with two battery options (42.2kWh and 61.0kWh) and an expected starting price of around £25,000 — potentially undercutting rivals like the Renault 5 and Ford Puma Gen-E after the UK's £3,750 plug-in vehicle grant.BMW TEASES FOUR-MOTOR ELECTRIC M3 AT NÜRBURGRINGBMW M has released camouflaged footage of the electric M3 prototype — codenamed ZA0 — lapping the Nürburgring, featuring a unique four-motor all-wheel-drive setup with a front-motor decoupling mode for rear-wheel-drive capability that doesn't appear on any other Neue Klasse model. The ZA0 uses a bespoke battery pack with more than 100 kWh of net energy capacity not shared with regular i3 variants, with production targeted for March 2027 — well after the standard i3 sedan, which entered pre-series production at BMW's Munich plant in February 2026.ROYAL ENFIELD SETS 2026–2027 EV AND ICE PUSHRoyal Enfield is launching its first electric motorcycles under a new sub-brand called Flying Flea, starting with the minimalist urban C6 in 2026 and followed by the scrambler-inspired S6 in 2027, both sharing a common battery architecture that signals a modular platform approach. The brand is also developing an electrified Himalayan adventure bike, pushing its EV ambitions beyond city commuting into a segment that demands tougher performance credentials around weight, range, and durability. NEXT POLESTAR WILL BE SPORTIER AND ON CHINESE PLATFORMPolestar will replace the Polestar 2 in 2027 with a lower, sportier saloon that will be meaningfully longer than today's 4.6-metre car — potentially rivalling the BMW 3 Series — with UK pricing expected to start just below £50,000. The new model shifts to a Geely Holdings group-wide platform shared with Volvo, Lotus, Lynk&Co, and Zeekr, developed at "China speed" in a 30-month cycle versus the typical five-to-seven-year European timeline, with software-defined vehicle capability and advanced central computing at its core.ITALY LAUNCHES FIRST OFFICIAL ELECTRIC PORSCHE CLUBRegistro Italiano E-motion has become the world's first Porsche club built exclusively around battery-electric vehicles, earning official recognition from Porsche after beginning life as a pandemic-era chat group for Italian Taycan owners in 2021. The club's inaugural tour brought together 131 participants and 73 vehicles — a mix of 42 Taycans and 31 Macan Electrics, including two Taycan Turbo GT Weissach models — on a multi-day Alpine drive from Porsche Experience Center Franciacorta in northern Italy to the Hans Peter Porsche Traumwerk museum near Salzburg, Austria.

It's EV News Briefly for Monday 02 March 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyBMW USA SHOP LEAK POINTS TO 2027 LINEUPA leak on BMW USA's online shop revealed two fully electric i3 sedan variants — the i3 40 xDrive and i3 50 xDrive — confirmed for the US in 2027, sharing the Neue Klasse platform with the iX3 and featuring Gen6 batteries, 800-volt hardware, and an iDrive X interior. The 2027 lineup also adds a first-ever iX4 coupe-SUV in two variants, an iX3 in three configurations launching in North America this summer, an electric iX5, and an i3 M60 alongside a full electric M3 positioned as the spiritual successor to today's M3 Competition.TESLA BERLIN RUNS HALF FULL AS UNION ROW SIMMERSTesla's Gigafactory Berlin produced 211,235 vehicles in 2024 against a stated annual capacity of 375,000 — a 56% utilisation rate — and output has since declined further, with the factory now reportedly running at around 40% capacity and BYD outselling Tesla in Europe in January 2026. Labour tensions are deepening ahead of works council elections, with IG Metall pursuing collective wage agreements similar to those at Volkswagen and BMW, while Tesla filed a criminal complaint against a union member and Elon Musk warned that "outside organisations" could hinder the site's ambition to become Europe's largest factory complex.T&E: LOCAL BATTERIES COULD CUT COST GAPA Transport & Environment report argues the EU can shrink the cost gap between domestically made and Chinese batteries from 90% to around 30% through scaled-up local production, with higher automation and lower scrap rates potentially cutting the gap to $14 per kWh by 2030 — equivalent to roughly €500 on an average EV. The findings align with the EU's forthcoming Industrial Accelerator Act, which targets ~70% local content thresholds for publicly supported EVs, though some carmakers warn this risks making batteries prohibitively expensive while T&E's Julia Poliscanova calls it "a sovereignty premium worth paying," particularly given China's export restrictions on critical minerals.TRIBUNAL BACKS 5% VAT ON SOME PUBLIC CHARGINGA UK tax tribunal has ruled against HMRC in a case brought by community charging operator Charge My Street, finding that a de-minimis clause in the VAT Act 1994 — capping "domestic" supplies at 1,000 kWh per month per customer — can qualify most neighbourhood charge points for the 5% reduced VAT rate rather than the 20% rate currently applied to public charging. The ruling is significant for drivers without off-street parking, though it also raises commercial complications, as many charge point operators have multi-year contracts priced on 20% VAT, and it opens the door to networks gaming the threshold by splitting sites or charger banks into separate "premises".ŠKODA OPENS €205M CTP BATTERY PLANT IN CZECHIAŠkoda has opened a €205 million (~$216M), 55,000 m² battery production facility at Mladá Boleslav, making it the Volkswagen Group's largest BEV battery system site and the first VW Group plant in Europe to manufacture cell-to-pack (CTP) systems at scale. The line produces over 1,100 battery systems per day — targeting up to 335,000 annually — and Škoda's switch to LFP cells has cut battery production costs by 30% compared to its previous MEB systems.MG CLOSES IN ON EUROPEAN FACTORY PLANMG has narrowed its European factory search to five countries, aiming to begin production by 2027 to circumvent the EU's 45% tariff on Chinese-built BEVs — a levy that caused MG's European BEV sales to fall 33% to 48,479 units last year, even as overall European sales rose 26% to 307,282 units in 2025. MG Europe head William Wang declared "it's time to build local," positioning the brand as a European marque rather than a Chinese import, as rivals BYD, Chery, and Leapmotor also race to establish European manufacturing footholds.CITROËN UPDATES C5 AIRCROSS PHEV FOR EURO 7Citroën has refreshed the C5 Aircross plug-in hybrid with a new 21.5 kWh battery (17.8 kWh usable), delivering up to 96 km (60 miles) of WLTP combined electric range — a 33% improvement over the outgoing model and ahead of rivals like the Peugeot 3008 Hybrid4 (69 km) and Ford Kuga PHEV (64 km). Priced in the €40–50k range, Citroën positions the updated C5 Aircross as one of the most tax-efficient family SUVs in the mainstream segment across EU markets while still targeting Euro 7 compliance.CANADIAN TRIAL PEGS ELECTRIC SEMI SAVINGS AT $157,126A real-world Canadian trial by FPInnovations' PIT Group and Transport Canada tracked two commercial fleets over 12 months and more than 200,000 km of Montreal-area operations, projecting savings of $157,126 per truck over six years — described as the most comprehensive dataset of its kind outside controlled demonstrations. The study compared the Freightliner eCascadia (BEV) directly against the diesel Cascadia and found that despite the electric truck's higher purchase price, higher-than-expected maintenance costs, and lower residual value, a six-year saving still emerged and may prove conservative.DENZA D9 ELECTRIC MPV ARRIVES IN AUSTRALIADenza has launched the D9 electric MPV in Australia from A$85,990, powered by a 103.3 kWh Blade Battery with 200 kW DC fast charging, 11 kW AC charging, and V2L capability across both variants, all built on BYD's e-Platform 3.0 with a cell-to-body battery structure. The seven-seat, three-row cabin targets the premium end of the people-mover segment with nappa leather, open-pore white ash wood trim, a 14-speaker Dynaudio sound system, adaptive suspension, and second-row captain's chairs offering over 900 mm of legroom, massage, and individual screens.CHINESE CAR BRANDS SPLIT US BUYERSA Cox Automotive survey of 802 prospective US car buyers found the country almost evenly divided — 38% would consider Chinese brands if available, 39% would not — with Gen Z showing notably higher openness at 69%. Chinese brands remain locked out of the US market by high tariffs and software regulations, but cost pressure is a key driver of interest, with 68% of open buyers expecting lower prices against an average new car price of $50,000, while BYD has already surpassed Tesla in European EV sales.

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Zentrale Großspeicher sind oft genehmigungsintensiv, langsam am Netz – und stecken im Anschluss-Stau. Markus Baumann, Gründer und Geschäftsführer von Aurivolt, setzt deshalb auf einen anderen Hebel: Schwarmspeicher. Viele kleine Batteriespeicher (typisch 25 kW / ~280–290 kWh) werden im Niederspannungsnetz verteilt an Trafos in Gewerbegebieten angebunden – schnell, standardisiert und skalierbar. Im Gespräch mit Claus Hartmann erklärt Markus, warum genau dieser Ansatz Netzbetreibern Luft verschaffen kann, wie Aurivolt Flächen in Gewerbeparks findet („tote Ecken“), warum eigene Netzanschlüsse oft der pragmatischste Weg sind – und wieso Arbitrage im Spot- und Intraday-Handel aktuell attraktiver ist als Regelenergie. Außerdem sprechen wir über Sommer-/Wintereffekte, Batterie-Lebensdauer, Zyklen, Degradation und die Vision, bis 2030 ein virtuelles Großkraftwerk aus 20.000 Speichern aufzubauen. Plus: Warum Netzausbau „investierbar“ werden kann – und was Investoren dabei wirklich treibt.

It's EV News Briefly for Sunday 01 March 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyVOLKSWAGEN HITS 2 MILLION EV DELIVERIESVolkswagen delivered its 2 millionth battery electric vehicle — an ID.3 handed to customer Kirsten Vormbrock at the Transparent Factory in Dresden — capping a journey that began with the e-up! in 2013. The ID.4 leads the tally with roughly 901,000 units sold globally, while the brand now looks ahead to four new affordable EVs including the ID. Polo, arriving in 2026.ŠKODA GIVES SUPERB HATCH A 200 KW PHEVŠkoda has unveiled a 200 kW plug-in hybrid for the Superb Hatch, pairing a 1.5 TSI petrol engine with an 85 kW electric motor and a 25.7 kWh battery — making it the most powerful combustion-engine model in Škoda's current lineup. The launch reflects growing demand: one in four Superb models now sells with a PHEV powertrain, and more than 68,000 Superb iV models have been delivered since 2019.CANADA OPENS CHINA-BUILT EV QUOTA AT 6.1% TARIFFCanada began accepting import permit applications from 1 March 2026, allowing up to 49,000 China-built EVs per year to enter at a 6.1% tariff — a sharp cut from the 106.1% rate imposed in 2024 — on a first-come, first-served basis. Tesla, Polestar, and Volvo are considered frontrunners to use the allocation, which Ottawa plans to scale to 70,000 vehicles annually by 2030, with 50% of that expanded quota reserved for EVs below a set price threshold.CUPRA SETS 5 MARCH BORN FACELIFT REVEALCupra will unveil the Born facelift on 5 March, bringing harder-edged front and rear styling that aligns the model visually with the newer Terramar and Tavascan, plus expected interior upgrades including more premium materials and a revised infotainment layout. The refresh matters commercially: the Born has sold nearly 30,000 units in the UK alone since its 2022 launch, and Cupra will also soon introduce the smaller Raval electric hatchback from approximately £23,000.RANGE ROVER VELAR EV SPOTTED ON WINTER TESTA Range Rover Velar EV prototype has been caught in European winter testing, revealing a dramatically reshaped body with a cab-forward stance, angular haunches, and a fastback-leaning roofline that breaks sharply from traditional boxy SUV design. Crucially, it will be the first Jaguar Land Rover model built on the new 800-volt Electric Modular Architecture (EMA) platform, which is engineered to deliver over 300 miles of range and faster charging capability.RIVIAN LAUNCHES RAD PERFORMANCE SUB-BRANDRivian has launched the Rivian Adventure Department (RAD), a dedicated performance sub-brand targeting harder and faster off-road driving that puts it in direct competition with Land Rover's Octa and Ford's Raptor line. RAD formalises the engineering team already responsible for the R1S and R1T Quad Motor variants, giving Rivian's performance ambitions an official identity and a public-facing platform.TESLA TELLS MODEL Y OWNERS TO CHARGE GENTLYTesla has updated the Model Y Owner's Manual to advise owners to rely on home Level 1 or Level 2 charging for daily use — keeping limits at 80% — and to reserve Superchargers for road trips, warning that frequent DC fast charging accelerates long-term battery degradation. For long-term storage, Tesla recommends parking at approximately 50% state of charge and flagging that features like Sentry Mode and Dog Mode can silently drain the battery at roughly 1% per day while the car sits idle.VOLVO PLOTS FASTER ZERO-EMISSION TRUCK PUSHVolvo Group is accelerating its battery-electric heavy truck strategy from a position of strength, holding a 19% share of the European heavy-truck market for the second consecutive year. Its flagship FH Aero Electric packs 780 kWh of batteries for up to 600 km of range and supports megawatt charging that takes the pack from 20% to 80% in just 45 minutes — aligning recharge stops with mandatory driver rest breaks.LYTEN TAKES OVER NORTHVOLT'S SWEDISH BATTERY ASSETSLyten has completed its acquisition of Northvolt's Swedish operations — covering Northvolt Ett, Ett Expansion, and Northvolt Labs — in a deal encompassing nearly $5 billion in book value, 16 GWh of manufacturing capacity, and Europe's largest battery R&D centre. The company plans to restart lithium-ion NMC cell production at the Skellefteå site in the second half of 2026, and will use Northvolt Labs in Västerås to advance its proprietary lithium-sulfur battery technology.BRIM EXPLORER ORDERS TWO ELECTRIC TRIMARANSOslo-based Brim Explorer has signed contracts for two fully electric trimarans — each 24 metres long, carrying 180 passengers — which the firm claims will be the world's most efficient battery-powered vessels upon their spring 2027 delivery. The boats will operate silent, emission-free sightseeing cruises along Norway's coast with a battery-only range of 100 nautical miles at speeds up to 20 knots, expanding Brim's existing five-vessel fleet.

Le constructeur suédois sort l'équivalent 100% électrique de son best‑seller XC60. La marque a misé sur l'autonomie et la vitesse de recharge pour convaincre les conducteurs encore hésitants. Avec une batterie pouvant atteindre 112 kWh et jusqu'à 810 km annoncés, ainsi qu'un passage de 10 à 80% en moins de 20 minutes, Volvo veut surtout rassurer les usagers.

In dieser Folge zerlegen wir die Strompreis Märchen von TikTok, Talkshows und dem ÖRR.Du erfährst, warum Haushalte in Deutschland 2026 im Schnitt rund 37 Cent pro kWh zahlen, während Länder wie Russland, China oder Luxemburg deutlich günstiger unterwegs sind.Wir sprechen über die Rolle der EU, der deutschen Energiepolitik, des Gaspreisschocks und klären, wie Dein Strompreis wirklich entsteht. Ohne Ideologie, ohne Schönfärberei. Dafür mit Physik, Marktdesign und einer guten Portion Handwerker Humor.Themen in dieser Folge:• Strompreise 2026 in Deutschland im Vergleich zu Europa und Russland• Wie Merit Order und EU Strommarkt deinen Preis nach oben ziehen• Warum Gas und der Krieg in der Ukraine nicht die ganze Wahrheit sind• Wie viel an Deinem Preis Steuern, Netzentgelte und Politik ausmachen• Was Du als Azubi, Elektroniker oder Hausbesitzer praktisch tun kannstWenn Du Deinen Stromzähler ablesen kannst, solltest Du auch Deine Stromrechnung verstehen. Nach dieser Folge kannst Du beides.Quellen:Q1: BDEW-Strompreisanalyse Januar 2026https://www.bdew.de/media/documents/BDEW_Strompreisanalyse_012026.pdfQ2: Household electricity prices in 1st half of 2025: -0.5%https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/web/products-eurostat-news/w/ddn-20251029-2Q3: Electricity and gas prices across Europe: Which countries are the most expensive?https://www.euronews.com/business/2025/11/13/electricity-and-gas-prices-across-europe-which-countries-are-the-most-expensiveQ4: Neue Studie für Stromgestehungskosten Erneuerbare Energienhttps://brennstoffboerse.de/nl-versand/2025/August/04/neue-studie-fuer-stromgestehungskosten-erneuerbare-energien.htmlQ5: Russia electricity priceshttps://www.globalpetrolprices.com/Russia/electricity_prices/Q6: Russia secures 3d place in G20 countries for affordable household electricity priceshttps://www.aa.com.tr/en/energy/electricity/russia-secures-3d-place-in-g20-countries-for-affordable-household-electricity-prices/53345Q7: Electricity Rates by Statehttps://www.chooseenergy.com/electricity-rates-by-stateQ8: Reduction of the VAT rate within the framework of the "Solidaritéitspak 2.0" (solidarity package).https://sip.gouvernement.lu/en/actualites.gouvernement2024%2Ben%2Bactualites%2Btoutes_actualites%2Bcommuniques%2B2022%2B12-decembre%2B31-nouveautes-2023.htmlQ9: Elektrotechnik Podcast #239 – Blackout in Berlin: Wärmepumpe, Propan & Panik und was wirklich knallt.https://open.spotify.com/episode/3q2Cg6hZ2Un3jK8UV0YIkE?si=3905aa7bc57e4ae1Q10: Elektrotechnik Podcast #217 – Strompreis-Schock 2025 – Warum Du für billigen Windstrom trotzdem teuer zahlsthttps://open.spotify.com/episode/2k4LLlMFnfA3q2Juzg72Zr?si=AakX6KrgQiu8a2AX56TkiAQ11: ACER monitoring: EU gas markets avoided severe gas price volatility in 3rd quarter 2024https://ieu-monitoring.com/editorial/acer-monitoring-eu-gas-markets-avoided-severe-gas-price-volatility-in-3rd-quarter-2024/445086?utm_source=ieu-portalQ12: REPORT FROM THE COMMISSION TO THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT, THE COUNCIL, THE EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL COMMITTEE AND THE COMMITTEE OF THE REGIONShttps://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-6575-2025-INIT/en/pdfQ13: German probe clears firms of abuse in 2024 power price surgeshttps://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/german-probe-clears-firms-abuse-2024-power-price-surges-2025-10-21Q14: Nuclear Power Economics and Structuring 2024 Editionhttps://world-nuclear.org/images/articles/economics-report-2024-April.pdfQ15: Unity in power, power in unity: why the EU needs more integrated electricity marketshttps://www.bruegel.org/system/files/2024-04/PB%2003%202024.pdfQ16: Strompreis – Die wichtigsten Fragen & Antworten rund um die Zusammensetzung des Strompreises finden Sie auf dieser Seite.https://www.bdew.de/presse/pressemappen/strompreisQ17: Electricity and gas prices across Europe: Which countries are the most expensive?https://www.euronews.com/business/2025/11/13/electricity-and-gas-prices-across-europe-which-countries-are-the-most-expensiveQ18: Study on ernergy prices and costs – evaluating impacts on households and industry´s cost – 2024 editionhttps://www.enerdata.net/about-us/company-news/energy-prices-and-costs-in-europe.pdfQ19: BDEW-Strompreisanalyse Juli 2024https://www.bdew.de/media/documents/240703_BDEW-Strompreisanalyse_Juli_2024_Korrektur.pdfhttps://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=9UW85PQWLBWZSSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/elektrotechnik-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's EV News Briefly for Friday 27 February 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyFORD MAKES MACH-E FRUNK A $495 OPTIONFord has removed the front trunk from the standard equipment list on the 2026 Mustang Mach-E, citing low usage among owners, and now charges $495 to unlock access to the under-bonnet storage space that has been part of the car's appeal since its 2021 launch. The move fits a broader industry trend of unbundling previously standard features, but risks a backlash on perceived value — particularly given the frunk already lost roughly half its original five cubic feet of space when a heat pump was added in 2024.HYUNDAI TARGETS BODY-ON-FRAME PICKUP BY 2028Hyundai is developing a midsize body-on-frame pickup truck targeting a ~2028 launch, with CEO José Muñoz committing to the project at last September's investor day and Australian COO Gavin Donaldson confirming it will be a distinct vehicle from Kia's unibody Tasman — designed to compete with the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger. Trademarked "IONIQ T7" branding hints the truck may sit under Hyundai's electric sub-brand, and the same platform could underpin a rugged SUV previewed by the Crater Concept at the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show.POLESTAR ENERGY ADDS GRID REWARDS IN GERMANY, FRANCEPolestar is expanding its smart charging programme to Germany and France, joining Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland and the UK, with German owners on an Intelligent Octopus tariff able to cut home charging costs by up to roughly 50% per session and save around €300 annually by shifting charging to cheap, low-carbon off-peak windows. A key differentiator is that the programme now runs car-controlled charging directly through the Polestar 2 and Polestar 4 via the in-house app, removing the need for a compatible smart wallbox — and Polestar has also activated V2G and V2H capability for the Polestar 3 in California.RIVIAN JOB POSTING POINTS TO 48V PLATFORMA Rivian engineering job listing has surfaced that explicitly names a 48V DC architecture — a first for the company in any public-facing document — calling for someone to design vehicle topologies spanning 12V, 48V and 120/230V AC systems for an active, undisclosed vehicle programme. When read alongside recent postings for steer-by-wire, rear-wheel steering and Level 4 autonomy roles, the listing points toward a next-generation platform that could combine all four technologies; a 48V system is notable because it delivers the same power as 12V at one-quarter the current, enabling lighter, cheaper wiring harnessesVOLVO PLANS 2027 EX30 UPDATE WITH V2LVolvo is planning a 2027 EX30 refresh that adds vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability and a new 148 hp entry-level powertrain via an over-the-air software update requiring no dealer visit, alongside a reworked touchscreen interface. The cheaper motor — pairable with either a 51 kWh or 69 kWh battery for up to 251 miles of WLTP range — could push the UK entry price toward £30,000, narrowing the gap to rivals like the Alfa Romeo Junior and Mini Aceman, though UK availability has not been confirmed.UK EXTENDS HOME CHARGER GRANT TO 2027The UK government has extended its Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant to March 2027 and is raising the maximum contribution from £350 to £500 from 1 April 2026, with the grant covering renters, flat owners and homeowners without driveways — groups previously locked out of cheap home charging. The extension complements a separate £600 million public charging fund, with ChargeUK noting the UK public charging network has reached 88,500 chargepoints, but underscoring that most drivers rely on a blend of home and public infrastructure.MERCEDES BABY G GAINS HYBRID OPTIONMercedes-Benz has reversed its EV-only plan for the smaller "Baby" G-Class, adding a hybrid variant that will use the CLA's turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder unit from Horse Powertrain producing 188 hp, mated to an eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox with an integrated electric motor. Both the battery-electric and hybrid versions will feature four-wheel drive as standard on a bespoke platform, with BEV production pencilled in for 2027 and the hybrid expected to follow — and Mercedes insisting the smaller model will match the full-size G-Class for off-road capability.LEAKED PRICING LIFTS 2026 GEELY EX5 RANGEIndustry guide Redbook has leaked Australian pricing for new Extended Range variants of the 2026 Geely EX5 — AU$41,990 for the Complete and AU$45,990 for the Inspire, each AU$1,000 above current equivalents — though Geely Australia has not officially confirmed figures, specs or an on-sale date. The Extended Range models swap in a larger 68.4 kWh LFP battery (up ~14% from 60.22 kWh), pushing WLTP-rated range to 475 km and 450 km respectively, gains of 45 km over standard versions.MEXICO TIGHTENS AIR RULES AND PUSHES ELECTRIC TRUCKSMexico is combining tightened air quality monitoring under the Ministry of Health with a push to electrify its medium- and heavy-duty fleet, which makes up roughly 25% of the vehicle fleet but generates more than half of all transport-related emissions. Electric truck sales have surged 800% over three years with 25 brands now offering more than 60 commercial EV models in Mexico, while new import rules cap used diesel commercial vehicles at engines no older than 10 years — closing a significant back door for ageing, high-emission trucks.

⚠️ Arnaques bancaires : comment les fraudeurs vous manipulent (et comment l'éviter)Dans cet épisode de CrypTalk, Chloé aborde un sujet qui concerne absolument tout le monde : les arnaques et scams bancaires. Phishing, faux conseillers, smishing, faux coursiers, faux placements… Les fraudeurs sont de plus en plus sophistiqués, et une seconde d'inattention peut suffire à tout perdre.Ce n'est pas une question de naïveté ou d'incompétence technologique. Les arnaques bancaires reposent avant tout sur la psychologie : la confiance et l'urgence. Et avec la digitalisation croissante de nos finances, le terrain de jeu des fraudeurs n'a jamais été aussi vaste.

In dieser Folge ist Liberta schon in der Zukunft unterwegs (nämlich in Thailand), während Lena noch in der Vergangenheit in Mexiko festhängt. Lena erzählt von ihren Reiseerlebnissen durch Mexiko, unheimlichen Begegnungen mit Geistern in alten Hotels und davon, was die beiden direkt zum Start ins Jahr des Feuerpferdes ordentlich falsch gemacht haben. Außerdem erfahrt ihr, warum Liberta in ihrem Leben nie wieder alleine zwinkern muss. Eine Folge voller Reisen, Übersinnlichem und Chaos - viel Spaß beim Zuhören! ——— Anzeige Diese Folge wird präsentiert von BMW Deutschland. Liberta war im Rahmen der iX3 Driving Experience nach Italien eingeladen – und hat das neue Modell ausgiebig getestet. Im Podcast spricht sie über ihre Erfahrungen. Und falls ihr nach dem Hören selbst mal Probe sitzen oder direkt zuschlagen wollt: Den BMW iX3 könnt ihr ab dem 07.03. bei eurem BMW Partner anschauen und kaufen. Libertas Testurteil: Freude am Fahren Level 100. Let's goooo! Alle Infos findet ihr hier unter diesen Link: https://bit.ly/bmw-ix3-na5 _ Verbrauchswerte des BMW iX3: BMW iX3 50 xDrive: Energieverbrauch kombiniert: 17,9-15,1 kWh/100 km (WLTP); CO2-Emissionen kombiniert: 0 g/km (WLTP); COz-Klasse(n): A; Elektrische Reichweite: 678-805 km (WLTP)

Et si une IA pouvait négocier votre facture d'électricité, optimiser vos investissements pendant que vous dormez… sans compromettre vos données personnelles ?C'est exactement la vision d'ASI : Artificial Superintelligence Alliance.C'est l'un des projets les plus ambitieux à la croisée de l'intelligence artificielle et de la blockchain.Dans cet épisode de CrypTalk, Chloé décrypte ce projet né d'une fusion historique en 2024 entre Fetch.ai, SingularityNET et Cudos, et explique pourquoi il pourrait redéfinir la place de l'IA dans notre économie.

Die aktuellen Wirtschaftsnachrichten mit Michael Weyland  Thema heute:        Einspeisevergütung für neue Solaranlagen könnte wegfallen – was Hauseigentümer jetzt wissen sollten Die bestehende Einspeisevergütung für neue Solaranlagen könnte ab dem Jahr 2027 abgeschafft werden. Das geht aus Plänen des Bundesministeriums für Wirtschaft und Energie hervor. Die Wirtschaftlichkeit von Solaranlagen auf Einfamilienhäusern könnte sich damit erheblich verschlechtern. Ihre Besitzer würden Tausende Euro weniger einnehmen. Deshalb kann es sich lohnen, noch 2026 eine Photovoltaik-Anlage anzuschaffen – und sich somit die garantierte Einspeisevergütung für die nächsten 20 Jahre zu sichern. Darauf weist der unabhängige Geldratgeber Finanztip hin. Die Einspeisevergütung erhalten Betreiber von Photovoltaik-Anlagen (PV), wenn sie überschüssigen Strom in das öffentliche Stromnetz einspeisen. Für Anlagen mit bis zu zehn Kilowatt-Peak (kWp), liegt die Vergütung aktuell bei Teileinspeisung bei bis zu 7,78 Cent je Kilowattstunde (ct/kWh) – und wird 20 Jahre garantiert. Nach Berechnungen von Finanztip erhält ein typischer Haushalt mit einem jährlichen Stromverbrauch von 3.500 Kilowattstunden (kWh), einer PV-Anlage mit acht Kilowatt-Peak Solarleistung sowie einem Fünf-kWh -Stromspeicher rund 412 Euro Einspeisevergütung im Jahr. Über den gesamten Förderzeitraum summiert sich dies auf mehr als 8.200 Euro. „Wer sich in diesem Jahr für eine PV-Anlage entscheidet, sichert sich die aktuell geltende Einspeisevergütung für die nächsten 20 Jahre“, sagt man bei Finanztip.     Mögliche Änderungen ab 2027 Nach Angaben aus dem Bundeswirtschaftsministerium wird derzeit geprüft, wie die Förderung neuer Photovoltaik-Anlagen künftig ausgestaltet werden soll. Ein Sprecher des Ministeriums teilte auf Anfrage von Finanztip mit, dass für kleinere Dachanlagen künftig eine Direktvermarktung des eingespeisten Stroms zum Standard werden könnte. Bundeswirtschaftsministerin Katherina Reiche (CDU) hatte zuletzt erklärt, dass sie eine Förderung neuer PV-Anlagen angesichts gesunkener Kosten für nicht mehr notwendig halte. Direktvermarktung voraussichtlich weniger lukrativ Bei der Direktvermarktung erhalten Anlagenbetreiber für die Stromeinspeisung den Marktpreis für Solarstrom. Im Jahr 2025 lag dieser im Schnitt bei rund 4,5 ct/kWh. Nach Abzug von Vermarktungskosten blieben für PV-Anlagen außerhalb der Förderung nur rund 3,8 ct/kWh als Vergütung übrig. Wir werden die neuen Ideen von Frau Reiche in Kürze noch einmal genauer beleuchten!   Diesen Beitrag können Sie nachhören oder downloaden unter:

VOV1 - Những ngày Tết, tại tất cả các phân xưởng, đơn vị của Nhà máy Nhiệt điện Vũng Áng 1, Công ty Điện lực Dầu khí Hà Tĩnh không khí làm việc vẫn tấp nập như thường lệ.Nhằm hiện thực hoá mục tiêu đạt sản lượng điện thương mại 6.508 triệu kWh trong năm 2026, các cán bộ, kỹ sư Nhà máy Nhiệt điện Vũng Áng 1, Công ty Điện lực Dầu khí Hà Tĩnh đang quyết tâm vận hành an toàn, hiệu quả; bố trí nhân lực phù hợp để người lao động vừa có Tết vừa đảm bảo hoạt động sản xuất của nhà máy.Những ngày Tết, tại tất cả các phân xưởng, đơn vị của Nhà máy Nhiệt điện Vũng Áng 1, Công ty Điện lực Dầu khí Hà Tĩnh không khí làm việc vẫn tấp nập như thường lệ. Tại phân xưởng nhiêu liệu, than từ các boong tầu vẫn đều đặn trên hệ thống băng tải tự động để về kho than của nhà máy.Nhà máy Nhiệt điện Vũng Áng 1, Công ty Điện lực Dầu khí Hà Tĩnh

Rassegna stampa economico-finanziaria del 13 febbraio 2026, strutturata per macro-temi e basata sulle principali testate giornalistiche nazionali.Investimenti e MercatiTestate: Il Messaggero / Il Sole 24 Ore / Milano Finanza * Boom del debito sovrano europeo: Nel solo mese di gennaio 2026, i Paesi dell'eurozona hanno offerto obbligazioni per 95 miliardi €, ricevendo una domanda record superiore a 1.100 miliardi €. * Italia al vertice delle preferenze: Il Btp Green italiano ha registrato il rapporto domanda/offerta più alto d'Europa (23x), con richieste per 115 miliardi € a fronte di 5 miliardi € offerti. * Incentivi post-Pnrr: Antonio Patuelli (Abi) propone nuovi sconti fiscali sui bond bancari e corporate pluriennali per stimolare il risparmio (attualmente fermo sui conti) una volta esaurita la spinta del Pnrr nel 2026. * Euro Digitale: La BCE punta a chiudere l'iter legislativo entro il terzo trimestre 2026 con il progetto "Pontes" per garantire la sovranità sui pagamenti digitali.Industria e AutomotiveTestate: Corriere della Sera / La Stampa / Il Sole 24 Ore / Il Mattino * Fincantieri e Difesa: L'Ad Folgiero annuncia il ritorno al dividendo nel 2028 (sul bilancio 2027) dopo 10 anni. Obiettivi al 2030: ricavi a 12,5 miliardi € (+40%) e utile netto di 500 milioni €. Previste commesse per 5 miliardi € nei prossimi 6 mesi nel settore difesa. * Crisi di produttività Confindustria: Dal 2022 la produttività delle imprese manifatturiere italiane è scesa dell'8% a causa dello shock energetico. * ZES Unica: Superata quota 1.000 progetti realizzati. Dal 2024 autorizzati investimenti diretti per 6 miliardi €, con un impatto economico complessivo stimato in 53 miliardi €. * Automotive: La Premier Meloni porterà in CdM la prossima settimana misure per contrastare i prezzi dell'energia e la burocrazia nel settore.Fisco e NormativaTestate: la Repubblica / Il Fatto Quotidiano / Italia Oggi * Evasione Amazon: Procura di Milano indaga su una presunta "stabile organizzazione occulta" che avrebbe omesso dichiarazioni fiscali dal 2019 al 2024. Contestata mancata IVA per 1,2 miliardi €. * Effetto Fiscal Drag: Uno studio evidenzia come l'inflazione e il drenaggio fiscale costino a un insegnante fino a 2.308 €/anno di perdita di potere d'acquisto netto. Lo Stato ha incassato 25 miliardi € extra di gettito Irpef grazie a questo fenomeno. * Assicurazioni PA: Allo studio nel Milleproroghe il rinvio al 2027 dell'obbligo di polizza assicurativa per chi gestisce risorse pubbliche (danno erariale).Energia e GeopoliticaTestate: Corriere della Sera / Il Giornale / La Stampa / Avvenire * Rapporto Draghi e Letta: Mario Draghi avverte i leader UE che l'economia peggiora ed è urgente agire. L'Unione ha perso il 10% della produzione industriale chimica e il 15% di quella dell'acciaio per i costi energetici. * Costi Energetici: In Italia l'elettricità per le imprese costa 0,28 €/KWh, contro lo 0,18 della Francia e lo 0,17 della Spagna. * Piano Mattei: Mobilitati oltre 1,3 miliardi € in due anni per progetti in Africa. Saipem valuta la costruzione della prima raffineria privata in Libia.Lavoro e FormazioneTestate: Corriere della Sera / la Repubblica / Il Sole 24 Ore * Gender Gap post-laurea: Rapporto AlmaLaurea 2026 rivela che a 5 anni dal titolo gli uomini guadagnano il 15% in più delle donne. Lo svantaggio per le madri raddoppia al 34,3%. * Occupazione record: Istat certifica un tasso di occupazione al 62,5%, massimo storico, con disoccupazione ferma al 5,6%.Sport Business & MediaTestate: la Repubblica / Il Fatto Quotidiano / La Stampa * Caso RaiSport: Sciopero bianco dei giornalisti contro il direttore Petrecca. Denunciato un aumento dei costi per consulenze esterne di 640.000 € nel 2025 (budget totale rubriche a 2,34 milioni €). * Diritti TV: Rai perde i diritti delle ATP Finals, passati a Mediaset.Executive Takeaway (Insight C-Suite) * Attrattività del Debito Italiano: Nonostante il debito elevato, l'Italia è attualmente il "porto sicuro" preferito dagli investitori europei (domanda 23 volte l'offerta), segno di una fiducia nel rating e nella stabilità del sistema Paese. * Urgenza Competitività UE: I messaggi di Draghi e Letta indicano che il tempo delle analisi è finito; per le aziende C-suite questo significa prepararsi a una possibile "Europa a due velocità" o a "cooperazioni rafforzate" se i veti nazionali bloccheranno le riforme di mercato. * Rischio "Fiscal Drag" sui Salari: La stagnazione dei salari reali (-2,4% dal 1991) combinata con il drenaggio fiscale suggerisce che la pressione per aumenti contrattuali sarà il tema critico delle relazioni industriali nel 2026/27. * Divergenza Energetica Strategica: Il gap di costo elettrico tra Italia e partner UE (quasi il doppio rispetto alla Spagna) rimane lo svantaggio competitivo strutturale primario per il manifatturiero italiano. * Focus Difesa e Spazio: Il piano Fincantieri e l'accelerazione dell'export militare indicano una transizione verso un'economia di difesa dove i campioni europei cercheranno di scalare per competere con i player USA e Cinesi.https://open.spotify.com/show/2vuXfhCcC77Gjr5bEaWn75

Et si demain, des agents IA autonomes pouvaient gérer vos factures, vos investissements ou même votre déclaration d'impôt… en toute sécurité, sans jamais compromettre vos données ?C'est exactement la vision que Near Protocol cherche à concrétiser : une blockchain ultra-rapide, ultra-scalable, spécifiquement conçue pour devenir la couche d'exécution des applications d'IA, où les agents peuvent posséder des actifs, prendre des décisions et effectuer des transactions librement.Near Protocol se positionne comme l'un des projets les plus prometteurs de l'écosystème crypto-IA

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Humberto Verdejo, académico del Departamento de Ingeniería Civil Eléctrica de la Universidad de Santiago, explicó el anuncio del Gobierno de enviar una propuesta para reliquidar la deuda acumulada con las empresas distribuidoras de electricidad, originada por el congelamiento de tarifas entre 2020 y 2024. Inicialmente, se informó que el alza sería de $1.450 mensuales, lo que generó confusión. Posteriormente, el Ministerio de Energía aclaró que ese monto es solo un promedio, calculado para un consumo de 180 kWh mensuales, y que el cobro no será un monto fijo para todos, sino proporcional al consumo eléctrico.

Kan Sverige bygga kärnkraft snabbare? Och blir det lönsamt för samhället? I detta avsnitt får vi besök av Jacob Stedman, VD för Blykalla, ett av Sveriges mest omtalade startups som utvecklar små modulära kärnkraftsreaktorer (SMR). Vi dyker djupt ner i tekniken, finansieringen och framtiden för kärnkraft i Sverige och världen. I veckans avsnitt medverkar: - Jacob Bursell - Lars Jörnow - Petter Hjertstedt - Och vår gäst Jacob Stedman - VD Blykalla --- TIDSSTÄMPLAR *00:00:00* - Intro: Kärnkraft på agendan *00:01:00* - Jacob Stedman: Medelålders män älskar kärnkraft *00:02:00* - Davos: AI driver energibehovet *00:03:00* - Opinionen har vänt: Stort stöd för kärnkraft i Sverige *00:04:00* - Energikrisen 2021: När elen kostade 5 kr/kWh *00:07:00* - Varför Sverige tog billig el för givet *00:09:00* - Energi som boom and bust-industri *00:12:00* - Sveriges historiska bedrift: 12 reaktorer på lika många år *00:14:00* - Små modulära reaktorer (SMR): Vad är det? *00:16:00* - Förbudet mot kärnkraftsforskning 1986 *00:17:00* - Jacobs bakgrund: Från e-handel på 90-talet till kärnkraft *00:21:00* - Vad är Blykalla? Blykyld kärnkraft från fabrik *00:23:00* - Tekniken: Sovjetiska ubåtar och Jakten på röd oktober *00:26:00* - Passiv säkerhet: Reaktorer som sköter sig själva *00:28:00* - 4% av effekten, 2% av kostnaden *00:30:00* - Kunderna: Amazon, Meta och datacenter *00:32:00* - Behind the meter vs elnätet: Olika modeller *00:35:00* - USA:s plan: 200 GW ny kärnkraft på 25 år *00:38:00* - Finansieringsmodellen: Prisdifferenskontrakt förklarat *00:42:00* - Statliga lån via Riksgälden: Hur fungerar det? *00:45:00* - Riskdelning: Vad händer om projektet blir försenat? *00:48:00* - Internationellt kapital: Intresset för svensk kärnkraft *00:51:00* - Olika finansieringsmodeller: UK vs Tjeckien vs Sverige *00:53:00* - LCOE: Livstidskostnad för el – 50-60 öre/kWh *00:56:00* - Global marknad: USA, Europa och varför inte Kina *01:00:00* - Tyskland: Från 4% till 44% stöd för kärnkraft *01:02:00* - Vad ger billigast el? Kärnkraft vs vind vs sol *01:04:00* - Boom and bust: Drömscenario för Europa *01:06:00* - Avslutning: Nästa vecka med ny konstellation --- *ÄMNEN SOM DISKUTERAS* • *Blykalla och SMR-teknologi* - Små modulära reaktorer som byggs på fabrik och levereras på lastbil • *Blykyld teknologi* - Hur flytande bly som kylmedel möjliggör kompakta, passivt säkra reaktorer • *Sveriges kärnkraftshistoria* - Från världsledande på 60-70-talet till dagens renässans • *Finansieringsmodellen* - Prisdifferenskontrakt, statliga lån och privat kapital förklarat • *Investeringsrisker* - Vad händer vid förseningar? Vem tar kostnaderna? • *Internationellt perspektiv* - USA:s massiva satsning: 200 GW på 25 år • *Datacenter och AI* - Amazon och Meta investerar i kärnkraft för sina serverhallar • *Opinionsförskjutningen* - Från rädsla till acceptans: Tyskland som extremt exempel • *LCOE-jämförelser* - Livstidskostnader: Kärnkraft 50-60 öre vs vind vs sol • *Energisäkerhet* - Effekt vs pris: Varför enbart billig el inte räcker • *Europeisk konkurrenskraft* - Kan billig kärnkraft rädda europeisk industri? • *Reglering och tillstånd* - Varför det tar decennier att bygga kärnkraft i västvärlden • *Marknadens vs statens roll* - Hybrid-modellen: Bäst av två världar? --- *OM PODDEN* Marknaden består avJacob Bursell, Hampus Brodén, Viktor Fritzén, Johan Isaksson, Lars Jörnow och Petter Hjertstedt. #kärnkraft #smr #blykalla #energi #sverige #kärnkraftsverk #ai #datacenter #investering #finans #marknaden #podcast #svenska

Este programa se emite todos los jueves y los viernes en Onda Cero MS a las 19:20 horas. Changan: una nueva marca global que aterriza en España con ambición Changan es uno de los grandes gigantes de la automoción a nivel mundial y su llegada a España no es casualidad. El grupo cuenta con una estructura industrial y tecnológica de primer nivel, con 32 modelos en su oferta global que cubren todas las energías disponibles en el mercado. Está presente en 115 países, con 21 centros de fabricación, 76 filiales, cerca de 19.000 concesionarios y una plantilla de más de 120.000 empleados de cara al cliente. Uno de los grandes elementos diferenciadores de Changan frente a otros fabricantes chinos es su apuesta por la investigación y el desarrollo a escala global. Dispone de 44 centros de I+D repartidos por todo el mundo y más de 24.000 ingenieros, con presencia clave en Europa —Italia, Alemania y Reino Unido—, además de Estados Unidos y Japón. A esto se suman sus joint ventures estratégicas con marcas como Ford, Mazda y JMC, así como una división específica de vehículos ligeros. Toda la estrategia del grupo se apoya en tres pilares fundamentales: el Plan Verde, que incorpora nuevas tecnologías a toda la gama; el Plan Inteligente, con el objetivo de que el 100% de los coches sean conectados y con inteligencia artificial, incluyendo el lanzamiento de 35 nuevos modelos; y el Plan Internacional, que busca alcanzar 1,5 millones de unidades vendidas al año. Bajo este paraguas, Changan aterriza en España con un diseño europeo y una innovación global claramente definida. Changan Deepal S05 y S07: tecnología, diseño europeo y enfoque premium En los próximos tres años, Changan lanzará ocho nuevos modelos en nuestro mercado, y los primeros en llegar son los Deepal S05 y Deepal S07. Ambos han sido diseñados en Europa, con trabajos de desarrollo realizados entre Alemania, Italia y Reino Unido, pensados específicamente para el cliente europeo tanto en diseño como en experiencia de uso. El Deepal S05 destaca por su interior tecnológico y minimalista, con una pantalla central de 15,4 pulgadas de alta resolución que puede rotar hasta 15 grados hacia el conductor o el acompañante. No hay cuadro de instrumentos tradicional, ya que toda la información se delega en un HUD altamente configurable. A esto se suma un sistema de sonido de hasta 18 altavoces y 1.260 W, asientos de gran confort con soporte lumbar 3D y el sistema Queen Seat, que convierte el asiento del copiloto en una auténtica butaca de descanso. En el apartado técnico, el S05 ofrece versiones de tracción trasera y 4x4, con potencias de hasta 320 kW, batería de 68,8 kWh y autonomías que alcanzan los 605 km en ciclo urbano. Incorpora carga bidireccional V2L, bomba de calor, una estructura híbrida de acero y aluminio, 17 sistemas ADAS y cinco estrellas EuroNCAP. Todo ello con precios de lanzamiento muy agresivos, que parten desde 29.750 euros. El Deepal S07 mantiene la misma filosofía, pero con mayor tamaño, batería de 80 kWh y una orientación más familiar y rutera. Fiat: 125 años de historia y una gama que vuelve a equilibrarse Fiat es una de las marcas más icónicas de la historia del automóvil. Con más de 125 años de trayectoria, la Fábrica Italiana de Automóviles de Turín ha dado vida a modelos legendarios como el 500, el 600 o el Panda. En 2025 matriculó 20.926 unidades en España, un año marcado por la resiliencia tras la desaparición temporal del Fiat 500 de combustión, que dejó un hueco importante en volumen. La apuesta por electrificar en exclusiva el Fiat 500 llegó antes de que el mercado estuviera plenamente maduro, lo que obligó a la marca a replantear su estrategia. El Fiat 600 intentó cubrir ese vacío, pero no alcanzó el volumen esperado. Aun así, la gran noticia de 2025 fue la llegada del Fiat Grande Panda, que logró 1.170 matriculaciones y que se convertirá en uno de los pilares de la gama gracias a su oferta multienergía. De cara a 2026, Fiat prepara una ofensiva clave: el regreso del Fiat 500 Hybrid para recuperar volumen, actualizaciones en el Fiat 600, la llegada del Grande Panda de gasolina y dos nuevos modelos —conocidos internamente como F2U y F2X— que ofrecerán versiones eléctricas, microhíbridas y de gasolina. Además, habrá novedades en Abarth con el 600e Competizione de 280 CV y una nueva versión del Topolino. Jeep: ADN off-road y electrificación adaptada a Europa Jeep nació en 1941 y, tras más de 85 años de historia, sigue fabricando coches bajo la misma fórmula: capacidad, robustez, seguridad, actitud, versatilidad y tecnología. En 2025 la marca matriculó 10.355 unidades en España, con una gama que empezaba a acusar el paso del tiempo en modelos como Renegade o Compass. El gran protagonista fue el Jeep Avenger, con 7.965 unidades vendidas y un crecimiento del 27% respecto a 2024. Este modelo se ha convertido en la puerta de entrada a la marca, ofreciendo versiones gasolina, híbridas, eléctricas y 4xe. Será clave para sostener las ventas en 2026, junto con la llegada del nuevo Compass, con el que Jeep espera crecer un 20%. La estrategia de Jeep en Europa difiere claramente de la de Estados Unidos, con una electrificación mucho más marcada. En los próximos años regresará al segmento D con propuestas tan llamativas como el Jeep Recon, un eléctrico 4x4 de 400 CV con enfoque radical, y el Wagoneer S, con hasta 600 CV. Todo ello sin perder de vista pequeñas actualizaciones del Avenger y una política comercial adaptada al mercado europeo. 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Vous avez 10 000 € sur votre compte bancaire ? Dans 10 ans, ils ne vaudront plus que 7 676 € en pouvoir d'achat réel. Ce n'est pas une estimation pessimiste, c'est l'effet mathématique de l'inflation sur votre épargne.Dans cet épisode de CrypTalk, Chloé décrypte le phénomène d'érosion monétaire qui touche tous les épargnants français. Vous découvrirez pourquoi même un livret A à, par exemple 3%, vous fait perdre de l'argent quand l'inflation atteint 5%, et surtout, quelles solutions concrètes existent pour protéger votre patrimoine.

A Missouri state senator wants to ban all solar construction for two years, threatening a 430 MW project already under construction. On the Clean Power Hour Live, Tim Montague and John Weaver cover the Missouri solar moratorium, the first UL standard for balcony solar, Elon Musk's 100 GW solar manufacturing ambitions, and Vineyard Wind's court victory sending its final turbine to sea. They also dig into LFP cell prices hitting $60/kWh in China, zinc battery economics for commercial projects, and what a $2.3 trillion global energy transition spend means for the US market.Episode Highlights:A Missouri state senator filed legislation to halt all solar construction, including projects already underway, through the end of 2027. A 430 MW project set to double the state's solar capacity faces risk. (LinkedIn)Balcony solar UL 3700 standard. UL released its first standard for balcony solar, UL 3700. (PV Magazine)Musk's 100 GW solar manufacturing plan. Elon Musk announced SpaceX and xAI will each source 100 GW of solar to power data centers. (PV Magazine)LFP cells race to 500+ Ah. Chinese battery manufacturers are scaling LFP cells from 314 Ah to 500 Ah and beyond. (PV Magazine)Global clean energy investment reached a record $2.3 trillion in 2025, up 8% from 2024. (Bloomberg NEF)Solar module prices from China rose 20 to 30% ahead of an April 1 export tax, adding 9 to 10% to costs. (PV Magazine)This episode is for solar professionals, battery storage developers, project developers, and clean energy investors tracking policy risk and market shifts. Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

Rassegna stampa economico-finanziaria del 30 gennaio 2026, strutturata per macro-temi e basata sulle principali testate giornalistiche nazionali.Pubblica Amministrazione e PNRRCorriere della Sera / Italia Oggi / Il Foglio * Decreto PNRR e "Salva Imprese": Il Governo ha dato il via libera al nuovo decreto PNRR per accelerare le riforme concordate con l'UE. Tuttavia, è saltata la norma "salva imprenditori" sul lavoro sottopagato a causa di perplessità del Quirinale. * Risorse e Scadenze: Il provvedimento consente di spostare oltre la scadenza del 2026 circa 6,5 miliardi di euro di fondi PNRR. Di questi, 5 miliardi sono legati a nuove "facility" per reti idriche e rinnovabili. * Semplificazioni Digitali: Eliminate le copie cartacee obbligatorie per le ricevute POS (obbligo di conservazione di 10 anni rimosso). Le carte d'identità per gli over 70 avranno validità illimitata dal 30 giugno 2026. * Legge sulle Lobby: Primo via libera della Camera alla legge che istituisce un registro degli incontri e vigilanza al CNEL. Previste sanzioni fino a 5.000 euro per violazioni deontologiche.Investimenti, Mercati e ImpreseIl Sole 24 Ore / Il Messaggero / Il Foglio * Innovazione e Brevetti: Balzo dei brevetti italiani nell'Intelligenza Artificiale, passati da 13 a 52 in otto anni. In crescita del 56% i brevetti "green" nel periodo 2016-2024. * Dati Export: A dicembre 2025 l'export extra-UE è cresciuto del 4,6%. Si registra un balzo degli scambi con l'Asia (+47,8%) e la Svizzera (+41%). Il surplus commerciale con gli USA scende di circa 4 miliardi a causa del boom di importazioni (+35,9%), trainato dal gas naturale liquefatto. * Soft Power e PIL: Secondo una ricerca presentata da Francesco Rutelli, la cultura e l'istruzione incidono direttamente sulla crescita del PIL. L'Italia è primo esportatore mondiale per 250 prodotti e la capitalizzazione di Borsa è cresciuta del 66% negli ultimi tre anni. * Turismo a Roma: L'indotto dei grandi eventi nella Capitale ha raggiunto i 13 miliardi di euro annui, con un aumento dell'occupazione del 5,5%. Energia e Materie PrimeIl Messaggero / Il Sole 24 Ore * Prezzo del Petrolio: Il Brent ha superato i 70 dollari al barile (+2,63%) a causa delle tensioni in Iran e delle interruzioni produttive in Kazakistan e USA per il freddo intenso. Nell'ultima settimana il greggio ha guadagnato oltre il 10%. * Sfida Globale sull'AI: La Cina sfida gli USA nell'Intelligenza Artificiale puntando su software libero ed energia "low cost". In alcune aree cinesi i data center pagano l'energia 3 centesimi di dollaro/kWh contro i 7-9 centesimi della Virginia (USA).Banche e Finanza DigitaleLa Stampa / Il Messaggero * Euro Digitale: Piero Cipollone (BCE) annuncia l'avvio del progetto pilota nel 2027 con lancio previsto a metà 2029. L'obiettivo è l'autonomia strategica dai circuiti di pagamento USA e Cina. * Nomine Istituzionali: Slitta la nomina del presidente Consob; il MEF sostiene Federico Freni, ma Forza Italia preme per un profilo tecnico come Federico Cornelli. Lavoro e PrevidenzaIl Sole 24 Ore / Corriere della Sera * Caso Esodati: Il ministro Calderone chiarisce che i potenziali esodati sono 4.916 e non 50.000 come sostenuto dai sindacati. Il Governo garantirà la tutela fino al raggiungimento dei requisiti pensionistici. * Salari e Contratti: L'Istat certifica un aumento delle retribuzioni medie del 3,1% nel 2025, ma restano 5,5 milioni di lavoratori in attesa di rinnovo contrattuale. * Congedi Parentali: In arrivo un "contatore" per la gestione dei congedi. Geopolitica Economica e InfrastruttureCorriere della Sera / La Repubblica / Il Giornale * Danni Maltempo e Ponte: Il Governo stima danni per almeno 1,2 miliardi di euro in Sicilia, Calabria e Sardegna dopo l'uragano Harry. Scontro sui fondi: il vicepremier Tajani apre all'uso di risorse del Ponte sullo Stretto, ma Salvini e Meloni blindano l'opera definendo i fondi "intoccabili". * Assicurazioni Obbligatorie: Proposta del ministro Giorgetti per introdurre polizze anticalamità obbligatorie per le abitazioni in zone a rischio sismico o idrogeologico. * Difesa e Forze Armate: Il ministro Crosetto annuncia una riforma entro marzo con l'obiettivo di raggiungere 160.000 unità entro il 2033 e l'istituzione di una riserva di 10.000 volontari.

Hyperliquid, l'un des projets les plus innovants de l'écosystème crypto en 2026. Imaginez pouvoir trader avec la rapidité d'un exchange centralisé comme Binance, tout en gardant le contrôle total de vos fonds comme sur un DEX. C'est exactement ce qu'Hyperliquid a réussi à construire.Contrairement à la plupart des projets, Hyperliquid a développé sa propre blockchain from scratch, entièrement optimisée pour le trading.Résultat ? Des ordres exécutés en moins d'une demi-seconde, sans frais de gas, et sans jamais perdre la garde de vos actifs.

Shoot us a Text.Episode #1248: Dealer confidence takes a hit as affordability pressures and tighter margins creep into Q4, even as fixed ops and F&I try to hold the line. Meanwhile, Wawa goes all-in on Tesla charging, and the Vegas Sphere model heads to DC.Show Notes with links: Dealer sentiment isn't what it was in Q3 as affordability pressures, rising rates, and tighter margins took their toll on the Q4 numbers. While conditions remain technically “favorable,” confidence slipped quarter over quarter, with dealers signaling tougher days ahead despite strength in fixed ops and F&I.Dealers rated current performance at 62.3, down 5 points from Q3 and the lowest of any industry segment, citing consumer affordability as the biggest drag.Rising interest rates and payment-driven shoppers are shrinking showroom traffic and compressing grosses as price transparency intensifies competition.Fixed ops and F&I remain bright spots, though confidence there also dipped compared to Q3 as financing conditions worsened.Used-vehicle operations grew more challenging, with quality—not quantity—becoming the main inventory issue after years of tight supply.Wawa is slapping its logo on Tesla Superchargers.  The popular convenience store giant has launched its first self-branded Tesla Supercharger site, signaling a deeper push into EV infrastructure.The first Wawa-owned, Wawa-branded Supercharger site is now live in Alachua, Florida, featuring 16 ultra-fast 325 kW stalls.The site operates under Tesla's new Supercharger for Business program, where Tesla installs and manages chargers while Wawa controls pricing.Charging is set at $0.37 per kWh, and Wawa hasn't disclosed how many more branded sites are planned—but its 1,200+ stores offer big expansion potential.The Vegas Sphere is coming to a Nations Capital near you.  Sphere Entertainment plans a 6,000-seat “mini-Sphere” in National Harbor, Maryland, bringing its eye-popping screens and immersive tech to the DC area, along with a billion-dollar price tag and big economic promises.The DC-area Sphere will be about one-third the size of Las Vegas, but feature the same massive screen, immersive audio, 4D effects, and haptic seating.Construction is expected to cost over $1 billion, supported by roughly $200 million in state, local, and private incentives—some requiring voter approval.This episode of the Automotive State of the Union is brought to you by Amazon Autos: Meet customers where they shop: reach high-intent buyers shopping for their next car on the #1 online retailer.Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

Energy storage is not a green technology. It's grid infrastructure.That reframe from Shawn Shaw, CEO of Camelot Energy Group and author of "Energy Storage Systems," challenges how we talk about batteries in the energy transition. With 22 years in solar and storage and 1.2 GWh of projects commissioned in late 2025, Shaw brings practical insight into why storage matters for grid operators regardless of your views on renewables. China installed 65 GWh of storage in December 2025 alone. The US installed 40-50 GWh for the entire year. This conversation explains why that gap matters.Key Discussion PointsWhy energy storage is a grid resource like transformers and substations, not just a companion to renewables. Loads are more dynamic than ever, and batteries provide the controllability grid operators need.How storage transforms predictable renewables into dispatchable assets. A 100kW solar project might earn only 10kW capacity credit alone, but pairing it with batteries captures significantly more value.The real data on battery safety: Commercial and utility-scale systems catch fire at 0.3% per year, the same rate as residential homes. NFPA 855 2026 now requires active ventilation and separate fire and explosion testing.Hot storage markets in 2026: Massachusetts 83E procurement, New York's index storage credit, Illinois CRGA legislation, and why Texas requires nodal-level analysis to avoid 50% revenue swings.Why utility interconnection delays are pushing developers toward microgrids. Google acquired Intersect Power for $4.75 billion to self-develop solar and storage near data centers.FEOC compliance economics: Chinese DC blocks at $100-125/kWh vs Tesla at $300-500/kWh. Developers may want FEOC free but the economics of built in America may drive business as usual for BESS procurement. The devil is in the details! This episode offers a clear-eyed view of where the industry stands and what it takes to move faster.Connect with Shawn ShawLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnshawpe/Website: https://www.camelotenergygroup.com/ Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

Shoot us a Text.Episode #1241: CarMax leans on price cuts and marketing to spark sales, Toyota takes its iconic Hilux electric in Europe, and Walmart keeps scaling drone delivery as demand grows.CarMax is shifting back to fundamentals as sales and earnings continue to slide. The company will cut prices, trim costs, and increase marketing to regain momentum heading into 2026.Q3 results saw unit sales down 8% and earnings down 50% year-over-year.CarMax will use targeted price cuts to spark demand, not blanket reductions.The company is lowering margins while boosting marketing to drive traffic.SG&A will be cut by $150M annually despite increased ad spend.“Our average selling prices have drifted upward and appear to be less attractive to customers,” said Interim CEO David McCreight.Toyota just electrified one of its most important global trucks. The Hilux made its first European appearance as a full EV, signaling Toyota's pickup electrification push—just not for North American buyers.Toyota debuted the Hilux BEV at the Brussels Motor Show, and uses a 59.2 kWh battery, offering up to 160 miles WLTP range, or 236 miles in city driving.With AWD and 473 Nm of torque, it can tow 1.6 tons and haul over 1,500 lbs, keeping its work-truck credibility.Europe gets the Hilux BEV in April, but the truck isn't sold in the U.S.—and Toyota isn't signaling that will change.Alphabet-owned Wing is dramatically expanding its on-demand drone partnership with Walmart, signaling that flying groceries and meds are becoming a real part of everyday commerce.Wing will expand drone delivery to 150 more Walmart stores, building on pilots in Dallas-Fort Worth and Atlanta.Wing's top 25% of customers order three times per week, mostly groceries like eggs, ground beef, produce, and snacks.Once complete, Wing will operate from 270+ Walmart locations, reaching roughly 10% of the U.S. population.Walmart remains Wing's primary commercial partner, even as the company continues testing larger drones capable of carrying five-pound payloads.Wing's new chief business officer Heather Rivera: “Volume is definitely powering our flywheel.”Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

Para entender lo que las marcas no te explican. Porque el automóvil está cambiando radicalmente. Nuestra querida jerga de cilindradas, compresión y árboles de levas está siendo sustituida por un nuevo diccionario lleno de siglas que, admitámoslo, muchas veces parecen diseñadas para confundirnos. Hoy no vamos a debatir si el eléctrico es el futuro o no; hoy vamos a diseccionar la tecnología con "ingeniería a tu alcance" para que, cuando leas una ficha técnica, entiendas de verdad qué te están vendiendo. Aquí tienes los pilares fundamentales para entender un coche eléctrico moderno: 1. kW vs. kWh La gran confusión Es la base de todo y donde más gente se pierde. -kW (Kilovatios): Es la POTENCIA. Equivale a lo que antes llamábamos caballos (CV). Para pasar de kW a CV solo multiplica por 1,36. Representa la fuerza del motor o la velocidad de carga. -kWh (Kilovatios-hora): Es la ENERGÍA. Es la capacidad de la batería, equivalente a los litros del depósito de gasolina. Piensa en un cubo de agua: los kWh son el tamaño del cubo (cuánta agua cabe) y los kW son el grosor de la manguera. Tener muchos kWh (batería grande) no garantiza cargar rápido si tu sistema de carga (kW) es lento. 2. El Corazón: Motores Síncronos vs. Asíncronos No todos los "motores de 200 CV" son iguales. Existen dos grandes familias: -Síncronos de Imanes Permanentes (PSM): El rotor gira a la misma velocidad que el campo magnético. Son los reyes de la eficiencia (más del 90%) y ultra precisos, ideales para ciudad. La desventaja es que son caros y pueden generar resistencia al rodar por inercia si no se gestionan bien. -Asíncronos o de Inducción (ASM): El rotor gira algo más lento que el campo magnético. Son robustos y más baratos (sin imanes de tierras raras). Su gran ventaja es que no ofrecen resistencia cuando no se usan, permitiendo ir "a vela" en autopista sin consumo. Muchos coches de tracción total inteligentes usan un motor síncrono en un eje para el día a día y un asíncrono en el otro que solo "despierta" al pisar a fondo. 3. La Química de la Batería Exige saber qué química lleva tu coche, porque determina su vida útil y uso. -NCM (Níquel-Cobalto-Manganeso) / NCA: Son las baterías de alto rendimiento. Ofrecen mucha densidad energética (mucha autonomía en poco peso), ideales para viajes largos y deportivos. Sin embargo, son más caras, inestables térmicamente y sufren si se cargan siempre al 100%. -LFP (Litio-Ferrofosfato): Son las baterías que están democratizando el eléctrico. Son rocas: muy seguras, difícilmente arden, baratas y con una vida útil larguísima (+2.000 ciclos). A diferencia de las NCM, a las LFP debes cargarlas al 100% frecuentemente para calibrar su gestión. Su contra es que pesan más y sufren más con el frío extremo. 4. Voltios y Carga: 400V vs 800V La mayoría de eléctricos funcionan a 400 Voltios, pero los más sofisticados saltan a 800 Voltios. ¿La diferencia? En un sistema de 800V, la electricidad se empuja con más presión (voltaje) y menos intensidad, lo que reduce el calor y permite usar cables más finos. Esto se traduce en cargas ultrarrápidas consistentes, recuperando del 10 al 80% en apenas 18 minutos. Glosario Básico para no perderse: -BMS (Battery Management System): El director de orquesta. Controla temperatura y voltaje de cada celda. Un buen BMS define si tu batería durará 10 años o 3. -Curva de Carga: Olvida el "pico de potencia". Lo importante es la potencia media. Muchos coches tienen un pico alto que cae a los 5 minutos. -Frenada Regenerativa: El motor se vuelve generador. Úsala al máximo en ciudad (One Pedal) y minimízala en autopista para aprovechar la inercia. -Frunk: Maletero delantero, ideal para cables sucios. -WLTP vs. Realidad: Para saber la autonomía real en autopista a 120 km/h, resta un 25-30% a la cifra oficial WLTP. El enemigo es la aerodinámica. -Vampire Drain: El consumo fantasma de tu coche parado (sistemas de vigilancia, conectividad, etc.). Entender un coche eléctrico requiere cambiar el chip: dejamos de mirar cilindros para mirar celdas. Si es para ciudad, busca LFP y eficiencia; si es para viajar, busca aerodinámica, NCM y 800V. La información es poder.

A medida entrou em vigor em 1º de janeiro e beneficia os consumidores inscritos no Cadastro Único (CadÚnico) com renda mensal per capita entre meio e um salário-mínimo com consumo até 120 kWh por mês.Sonora:

VOV1 - Năm 2025 là một năm có ý nghĩa đặc biệt, đánh dấu giai đoạn đầu tiên Công ty TNHH MTV vận hành hệ thống điện và thị trường điện quốc gia (NSMO) chính thức hoạt động theo mô hình Công ty TNHH MTV do Nhà nước nắm giữ 100% vốn điều lệ.Năm 2025, tổng sản lượng điện sản xuất và nhập khẩu đáp ứng nhu cầu tiêu dùng trên cả nước là 325,4 tỷ kWh, tăng 4,7% so với năm 2024. Để đáp ứng nhu cầu điện cho tăng trưởng từ 10% trong năm 2026, Công ty TNHH MTV vận hành hệ thống điện và thị trường điện quốc gia (NSMO), Bộ Công Thương đã xây dựng trên 10 kịch bản vận hành hệ thống điện và thị trường điện với dự báo phụ tải từ 6,4-14,1%. Thông tin được đưa ra tại Hội nghị tổng kết công tác năm 2025, triển khai nhiệm vụ năm 2026 của NSMO diễn ra chiều 06/01/2026. 

Happy New Year energy nerdsAs tradition demands (and lawyers insist), the first episode of the year is the annual ritual where Gerard, Laurent, and Michael boldly predict the future of the energy transition… and then publicly roast themselves for last year's bad calls.Before unleashing our 2026 Predictions, we do a mandatory rewind to the crystal-ball disasters of 2025: The 2025 prophecy graveyard:US oil production down in 2025 (MB — bold, brave… wrong)Oil at $40/bbl in 2025 (GR — oof)Geopolitics + broken supply chains + energy chaos = a better, more innovative world (LS — still hoping)A bloodbath for hydrogen in transportation (MB — disturbingly accurate)Record installs: Solar 700GW, EVs 20m, Batteries 200GWh (spot on)The death of all things labelled ESG, Climate, and Carbon (LS — prematurely optimistic)Scorecard: Gerard absolutely nailed Silver: from $30/oz to $60/oz in 18 months. BP technically survived 2025… but welcomed a new CEO, so partial credit at best.Michael wins overall, which he will remind us of repeatedly. After heroic levels of co-host sabotage, Laurent loses again, as is now canon.Our 2026 Predictions:

#EP326 Happy Holidays! Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague breaks down his top 5 episodes of 2025, featuring conversations that shaped how we think about solar, storage, virtual power plants, microgrids, and AI. From Jigar Shah's call for the industry to become a political force to Spark AI's permitting breakthroughs, these episodes capture where clean energy is headed.Key Episodes Covered:Episode 304 - Jigar Shah85% of new grid capacity will be solar, wind, and batteriesFossil fuels outspend clean energy 10:1 on political lobbyingVPPs could shift 20% of peak load by 203020% of Americans struggle to afford their electricity billsEpisode 274 - Ryan Mayfield and Jayson Smith CPS America's Gonzo containerized battery (125-256 kWh)20-millisecond switchover for grid-forming capabilityDaisy chain up to 12 units for megawatt-scale deployments60% of CPS workforce dedicated to serviceEpisode 307 - Peter Kelly-Detwiler 1,500 MW of data center load disconnected in Virginia incidentPJM capacity prices jumped from $30 to $329 per MW-dayCalifornia VPPs dispatched 535 MW from 100,000 homesEpisode 310 - Jeff St. John (Canary Media) 93% of new U.S. grid additions were solar, batteries, and windTexas ERCOT grid now 50% solar, wind, and batteriesCalifornia VPPs show 2:1 cost-benefit ratioTexas allocated $1.8B for microgrids after Winter Storm UriEpisode 322 - Julia Wu and Anuj Saigal (Spark AI) Platform compresses 4-10 hours of research to secondsStandard Solar reduced acquisition diligence from months to one weekThree core use cases: site selection, regulatory monitoring, acquisition due diligenceBonus: Episode 296 - Mark Palmer (Conductor Solar)Most listened to and shared episode on SpotifyCovers PPAs, project finance, and tax credit swappingDiscusses tariffs, supply chain pressures, and state policy importanceEpisodes MentionedEp 304 - https://youtu.be/lGv6NoDlf70Ep 274 - https://youtu.be/QxLIzBSM-lQEp 307 - https://youtu.be/apMrWUz7TV8Ep 310 - https://youtu.be/76PDeZ7ZGpsEp 322 - https://youtu.be/B3t0cpvTT-YEp 296 - https://youtu.be/aj_zNnpAUk8 Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

CTL Script/ Top Stories of December 19th Publish Date: December 19th   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, December 19th and Happy Birthday to Al Kaline I’m Chris Culwell and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Sawnee EMC announces a balanced rate approach for 2026 Northside Hospital Cherokee named one of the best in U.S. for maternity care School board honors retiring Chief of Staff Mike McGowan Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on saturated fats As well as Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre We’ll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you’re looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  Here is Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre Commercial: THE STRAND STORY 1: Sawnee EMC announces a balanced rate approach for 2026 Sawnee EMC has some good news for its members heading into 2026—most will see their monthly bills drop slightly in January compared to December. It’s not a huge change, but hey, every little bit helps, right? Here’s the deal: the Board of Directors voted to lower the Wholesale Power Cost Adjustment (WPCA) by $4.72 per month for accounts using 1,500 kWh. At the same time, they approved small increases to base charges—about $2 to $3 per month. The net result? A $2 monthly savings for most members using 1,500 kWh. For those using less energy, the savings will be smaller, but still there. Sawnee says it’s committed to keeping rates affordable and only making changes when absolutely necessary. Serving over 203,000 accounts across seven counties in north Georgia, they also offer energy-saving tips, rebates, and incentives to help members cut costs. Questions? Call 770-887-2363 or visit www.sawnee.coop. STORY 2: Northside Hospital Cherokee named one of the best in U.S. for maternity care Northside Hospital Cherokee just snagged a big honor—it’s been named one of the nation’s top hospitals for maternity care by U.S. News & World Report. The “High Performing” rating puts it in the top 10% for uncomplicated pregnancies, making it one of only seven hospitals in Georgia to earn the distinction. Last year, nearly 3,000 babies were born at the Canton hospital, which also holds a Level III maternal care verification. Christina Roberts, director of women’s services, called the recognition a testament to their “high-quality, compassionate care.” Oh, and it’s not just maternity—Northside Cherokee also excels in 15 other areas, from cancer surgeries to heart failure care. STORY 3: School board honors retiring Chief of Staff Mike McGowan  After nearly 30 years with the Cherokee County School District, Mike McGowan is hanging up his hat—and the farewell was as heartfelt as you’d expect for someone who’s been a cornerstone of the district. At his final school board meeting last week, McGowan, CCSD’s first-ever chief of staff, was showered with gratitude, stories, and a few tears. Here is Superintendent Mary Elizabeth Davis and several school board members thanking McGowan for his service to CCSD. VO CLIPS From “hall monitor” to “everybody’s best friend,” McGowan’s legacy is clear: he made things better—for students, staff, and the entire community. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.    We’ll be right back. Break: Ingles Markets 8 STORY 4: Names approved for new Cherokee High School athletic facilities Tommy Baker Field isn’t going anywhere—at least in name. Cherokee County’s school board made it official on Dec. 11: the new Cherokee High School’s football field will still be called Tommy Baker Field, while the stadium itself gets a fresh name, Warrior Stadium. For Cherokee’s athletic director Jeremy Adams, keeping the name alive wasn’t up for debate. The original Tommy Baker Field, home to the Warriors for 70 seasons, was named in 1958 after Tommy Baker, a student who passed away tragically in 1957. His legacy? Still strong. BRAVES: Ha-Seong Kim is staying put in Atlanta—at least for another year. The 30-year-old shortstop signed a one-year, $20 million deal with the Braves on Monday, locking him in as the team’s starter for 2026. Not bad, considering he turned down a $16 million option just last month and walked away with an extra $4 million. Kim joined the Braves late last season, claimed off waivers from Tampa Bay on Sept. 1. He made an immediate impact, hitting .309 with a .372 OBP, three homers, and 12 RBIs in his first 19 games. Sure, he cooled off at the end—1-for-19 in the last five games—but the Braves clearly see his potential. Kim’s journey hasn’t been without bumps. Injuries sidelined him for much of 2025 with the Rays, where he hit just .214 in 24 games. But let’s not forget—this guy won a Gold Glove with the Padres in 2023 and has 84 career stolen bases. The Braves are betting on a bounce-back. And if Kim can channel his San Diego form, he could be a 3-4 WAR player. High hopes, but hey, the talent’s there. I’m Keith Ippolito and this is your tribune ledger sports minute. STORY 5: Tanner Place in Canton will soon welcome its first residents  Come January 1, the first families will finally move into Tanner Place, a long-awaited affordable housing community in Canton. The ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday wasn’t just about opening doors—it was about honoring a legacy. Pat Tanner, the neighborhood’s namesake and a former Canton City Council member, stood alongside her 98-year-old mother, Ozella Tanner, as she cut the ribbon. “This is humbling,” Tanner said, her voice full of emotion. “We knew this city needed safe, decent housing, and today, we’ve made that happen.” Tanner Place replaces 39 old units with 70 new ones, funded through state tax credits, HUD vouchers, and local contributions. Mayor Bill Grant called it “money well spent,” noting it’s the first new public housing in Canton in over 50 years. CHA Director Jacquelyn Loberg said 18 units are ready now, with more to follow in January. This project is just the beginning—next up, the redevelopment of Oakside Drive. And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on saturated fats Commercial: We’ll have closing comments after this.   COMMERCIAL: VILLA RICA WONDERLAND TRAIN   SIGN OFF –   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.tribuneledgernews.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Produced by the BG Podcast Network Show Sponsors: www.ingles-markets.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In December 2025's Recharge podcast, co-presenters Matt Fernley (Battery Materials Review) and Cormac O'Laoire (Electrios Energy) review the key developments shaping the battery materials and energy storage sectors as the industry heads into 2026, including: Why lithium demand forecasts may be overstated, including assumptions around lithium intensity per kWh and EV battery pack sizes EV battery size trends, affordability, and the divergence between Europe and China, including the role of SUVs, crossovers and EREVs What does NIO's decision to stop selling its semi-solid battery mean for the market? Battery pricing trends, BNEF pack cost benchmarks, and whether 2025 marks the trough for cell and pack costs Capacity utilisation, pricing pressure and why older gigafactories risk becoming uncompetitive BESS market dynamics, including strong cell shipments, slower installations, inventory build-ups and project delays

VOV1 - Hai dự án điện gió Hướng Phùng 1 (30 MW) và Công Hải 1 – Giai đoạn 2 (25 MW) có ý nghĩa rất quan trọng cho hệ thống điện quốc gia bổ sung hơn 160 triệu KWh điện sạch mỗi năm (trong đó, nhà máy Hướng Phùng 1 đóng góp khoảng 88,55 triệu kWh và nhà máy Công Hải 1 đóng góp 73,037 triệu kWh).

The Federal Highway Administration is calling on the private sector to provide funding for the replacement of the American Legion Memorial Bridge, which is currently costing the industry an estimated $43 million in congestion delays. For more details on the agency's request to address this major infrastructure challenge, read how the DOT wants private sector to end $43M freight bottleneck. DHL Supply Chain has officially added its first Tesla Semi to its fleet following a successful pilot program in California that saw the vehicle average 1.72 kWh per mile. You can learn more about the vehicle's specs and route performance as DHL Supply Chain deploys first Tesla Semi in net zero carbon push. A Laredo-based cross-border carrier with 600 drivers has filed for bankruptcy protection, reporting up to $50 million in liabilities and over 200 creditors. Details regarding the filing and fleet operations are available in the report: Laredo carrier Texas International Enterprises files for Chapter 11. Finally, tune in to FreightWaves TV for new episodes of The Long Haul and Freightonomics airing later this morning. Don't forget to visit vote.freightwaves.com to cast your ballot for America's favorite freight town before the results are revealed at the end of the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EnergyCloud, the Irish charity focused on energy poverty, has published the first of its monthly Wasted Clean Energy Reports. This is a monthly analysis of renewable energy lost and the missed opportunity to lift households out of energy poverty. In January 2025 the Government published the Programme for Government and committed to use surplus renewable energy, that would otherwise be wasted, to help those in fuel poverty, ensuring that the whole community benefits. Since this commitment over €414 million in renewable energy has been wasted, an equivalent of €1.3 million per day and enough renewable energy to have heated over 390 million tanks of hot water. This waste is occurring during a cost-of-living crisis when, according to the ESRI, 550,000 homes are in energy poverty and at a time when over 300,000 homes are in electricity arrears. Metric Value Source Days since Programme for Government commitment to use surplus renewable energy to help those in fuel poverty 314 Programme for Government January 2025 Renewable energy wasted (kWh) 1,169 GWh EirGrid to 31 October Approx. retail value of wasted energy (€) €414 million Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland Equivalent tanks of hot water heated 390 million EnergyCloud average 3 kWh/tank Average waste per day (€) €1,318,000 Calculated See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Celebrity investor Kevin O'Leary joins the Mining Pod to discuss his bull thesis on AI, bitcoin, and Bitzero. Subscribe to the Blockspace newsletter for market-making news as it hits the wire! Welcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Kevin O'Leary, investor and Shark Tank star, joins us to talk about the intersection of Bitcoin mining and AI infrastructure. Kevin breaks down why he invested in Bitzero and why the North American grid is all but tapped out. He also covers geopolitical AI chip strategies, the Genius Act and stablecoins, and why institutional capital will ignore altcoins while boosting BTC and ETH. Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com **Notes:** * Sub $0.06/kWh power is key * 50% of NA data centers will fail  * Global data center demand is 250GW * 1GW compute needs 1.4GW buildout  * 1.4GW buildout costs up to $7B  * Bit Zero has 1.5 EH/s in Norway Timestamps: 00:00 Start 02:51 What is Bitzero? 06:18 What sets Bitzero apart? 08:45 What are investors missing? 11:19 Expansion strategy & load mix 16:17 18 actual customers 20:15 AI bull market timeline 25:33 Classifying assets & portfolio allocations

Subscribe to the Blockspace newsletter for market-making news as it hits the wire! Welcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Kevin O'Leary, investor and Shark Tank star, joins us to talk about the intersection of Bitcoin mining and AI infrastructure. Kevin breaks down why he invested in Bitzero and why the North American grid is all but tapped out. He also covers geopolitical AI chip strategies, the Genius Act and stablecoins, and why institutional capital will ignore altcoins while boosting BTC and ETH. Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com **Notes:** * Sub $0.06/kWh power is key * 50% of NA data centers will fail  * Global data center demand is 250GW * 1GW compute needs 1.4GW buildout  * 1.4GW buildout costs up to $7B  * Bit Zero has 1.5 EH/s in Norway Timestamps: 00:00 Start 02:51 What is Bitzero? 06:18 What sets Bitzero apart? 08:45 What are investors missing? 11:19 Expansion strategy & load mix 16:17 18 actual customers 20:15 AI bull market timeline 25:33 Classifying assets & portfolio allocations

Send us a textThinking about putting solar on your roof? We break down the real numbers and the hidden costs most sales pitches skip. From roof age and orientation to removal fees and financing traps, we map out the path that makes solar pay—and the scenarios where it stalls. If your shingles are nearing the end of their life, adding panels now can force an expensive remove-and-reinstall when you inevitably replace the roof. That extra step often adds years to your break-even point, even with improved panel efficiency and a federal tax credit available through 2032.We share practical benchmarks: a typical home using around 10,000 kWh annually may see a break-even just past ten years if the roof faces south around a 20-degree pitch. Shift that orientation or plan a reroof midstream and your payback stretches further. We also unpack why resale value isn't guaranteed. Some buyers love solar; others don't want the responsibility, especially if there's an outstanding loan. A financed system can complicate closing, and in some cases, buyers refuse to assume the remaining balance.For long-term owners, the strategy changes. Pairing a durable metal roof with a quality solar install can unlock decades of performance while avoiding mid-life tear-off costs. If you're building new, design with solar in mind: a clean, south-facing plane, thoughtful overhangs, and fewer penetrations. If you're retrofitting, demand multiple quotes, production models that include shading and degradation, and clear warranties on panels, inverters, and roof penetrations. We also cover inspection realities: panels can block access to shingles and flashings, so documentation and maintenance matter.Ready to make a smart call on solar? Subscribe for more grounded home insights, share this episode with a friend weighing the decision, and leave a review with your roof age and how long you plan to stay—we'll help you run the numbers.Support the showTo learn more about Habitation Investigation, the Three-time Winner of the Best Home Inspection Company in the Midwest Plus the Winner of Consumer Choice Award for Columbus Ohio visit Home Inspection Columbus Ohio - Habitation Investigation (homeinspectionsinohio.com) NBC4 news segments: The importance of home inspections, and what to look for | NBC4 WCMH-TV Advice from experts: Don't skip the home inspection | NBC4 WCMH-TV OSU student's mysterious symptoms end up tied to apartment's air quality | NBC4 WCMH-TV How to save money by winterizing your home | NBC4 WCMH-TV Continuing Education for Ohio Agents Scheduled classes Continuing Education for Ohio Agents Course lis...

Le prix de l'électricité pour les ménages européens est loin d'être uniforme, présentant un véritable grand écart tarifaire à travers le continent. Selon les données de 2024, le coût du kilowattheure (kWh) varie de 0,10 euro à 0,39 euro, illustrant une forte hétérogénéité entre les États membres.Un Mix Énergétique DéterminantLa principale explication de ces variations réside dans le mix énergétique adopté par chaque pays.Coûts Stables et Bas : Les nations qui s'appuient majoritairement sur des sources d'énergie peu sensibles à la volatilité des marchés internationaux — comme l'énergie nucléaire (cas de la France, à près de 70% de sa production) ou l'hydroélectricité (cas de la Norvège) — bénéficient de coûts de production plus stables et, par conséquent, souvent plus bas.Coûts Volatils et Élevés : À l'inverse, les pays qui dépendent fortement des énergies fossiles, telles que le gaz ou le charbon (comme l'Allemagne, la Pologne ou les Pays-Bas), exposent davantage leurs consommateurs aux fluctuations imprévisibles des prix des matières premières sur les marchés mondiaux.En 2024, l'Allemagne affichait le kWh le plus cher à 0,39 euro, suivie de près par le Danemark et l'Irlande (0,37 euro). La France, avec un prix moyen de 0,29 euro/kWh pour les particuliers en 2024 (légèrement au-dessus de la moyenne européenne), se situait en milieu de tableau. Les tarifs les plus avantageux se trouvent dans des pays comme la Hongrie (environ 0,10 euro/kWh), ainsi qu'en Bulgarie, à Malte ou en Croatie.L'Impact Crucial de la FiscalitéAu-delà de la production, la fiscalité représente un levier majeur pour expliquer les différences de prix. Certains États choisissent de taxer fortement l'électricité pour financer la transition énergétique et les investissements dans les renouvelables, comme c'est en partie le cas en Allemagne. D'autres, à l'opposé, limitent drastiquement la charge fiscale pour maintenir des tarifs bas. La Hongrie, par exemple, utilise une TVA réduite et un encadrement des prix par l'État pour proposer les tarifs les plus faibles.En France, le gouvernement envisage d'utiliser ce levier fiscal en étudiant une possible baisse des accises sur l'électricité, tout en prévoyant une augmentation de celles sur le gaz pour harmoniser les politiques en faveur de la transition énergétique. Cependant, cette mesure, bien que bénéfique pour les foyers au tout-électrique, pourrait pénaliser les ménages chauffés au gaz (notamment dans le parc social), soulevant des discussions complexes pour l'équilibre du budget 2026. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

The holidays are here—and we know December can be a whirlwind for families, especially when it comes to finances. That's why we've got some cheerful news to share: your CFEMC bill will be lighter this month! Thanks to a $30 energy credit and a Power Cost Adjustment of .003500—about $3.50 per 1,000 kWh—you'll see real savings. In this episode, we're joined by CFEMC CEO Chris Stephens to unwrap how we make this possible. It's a perfect example of the cooperative spirit—and a little extra holiday cheer for our members! 

This week on America on the Road, Jack Nerad and guest co-host Matt DeLorenzo test two vastly different vehicles, both with stellar performance potential. In our road test segment, Matt and Jack share their drives of the new 2026 Audi A5 and S5, now a liftback duo that replaces both the A4 sedan and A5 Sportback. Jack also reviews Hyundai's most luxurious electric SUV yet, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 Calligraphy. And in our interview segment, Jack speaks with Matthew Jones, founder of Towlos, a fast-growing trailer-sharing marketplace with a unique origin story. Jack and Matt also reflect on the aftermath of the Los Angeles Auto Show, where the pair got a first look at several major debuts. They also share insider commentary as longtime jurors for the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards, which announced their 2026 finalists at the show.

Confira os destaques do Jornal da Manhã deste sábado (29): O suspeito pelo ataque a dois membros da Guarda Nacional em uma área próxima à Casa Branca, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, será acusado de homicídio. Além disso, Trump também está envolvido em uma tensão com a Venezuela e nas negociações entre Rússia e Ucrânia. Para falar sobre esses eventos recentes, a Jovem Pan News recebe o professor e coordenador de Relações Internacionais, Frederico Seixas. Com a chegada das chuvas nos próximos meses, aos poucos a conta de luz deve ficar mais barata. De acordo com a Agência Nacional de Energia Elétrica, a bandeira vermelha patamar 1, será trocada pela amarela já no próximo mês. Dessa maneira, os consumidores vão passar a pagar R$1,88 para cada 100 kWh. Reportagem: Misael Mainetti. O presidente do Senado, Davi Alcolumbre (União Brasil), e o ex-presidente da Casa, Rodrigo Pacheco (PSD), voltaram a conversar após rumores de ruptura e aproveitaram para articular a aprovação de Jorge Messias na sabatina, indicado por Lula para ocupar o cargo de ministro do STF. A Corregedoria da Polícia Militar prendeu, na última sexta-feira (28), cinco policiais do Batalhão de Choque. Eles são acusados de crimes cometidos durante a megaoperação realizada há cerca de um mês nos Complexos da Penha e do Alemão, no Rio de Janeiro. As investigações apontam que os agentes teriam desviado dois fuzis apreendidos durante a ação policial com o objetivo de revendê-los, configurando crime militar e corrupção. Reportagem: Rodrigo Viga. O Papa Leão XIV condenou veementemente o uso da religião para justificar guerras e violência durante sua primeira viagem internacional como pontífice, realizada na Turquia, onde celebrou os 1.700 anos do Concílio de Niceia. Diante de líderes cristãos do Oriente Médio e representantes de outras tradições religiosas, o Papa classificou como “escândalo” que a fé cristã ainda seja utilizada como instrumento para legitimar perseguições e conflitos. A Comissão do Congresso Nacional pode votar a Lei de Diretrizes Orçamentárias (LDO) na próxima terça-feira (2). A movimentação ocorre em um cenário de acirramento e desavenças entre o Legislativo e o Palácio do Planalto. O presidente do Senado, Davi Alcolumbre (União Brasil), agendou a sessão na tentativa de destravar a pauta e garantir a votação da diretriz orçamentária, essencial para o planejamento das contas públicas. Reportagem: Victoria Abel. O presidente da Câmara dos Deputados, Hugo Motta (Republicanos), confirmou que o relator da PEC da Segurança, Mendonça Filho (União Brasil), vai apresentar os principais pontos na reunião do Colegiado de Líderes na semana que vem. Reportagem: André Anelli. A inquietude no Congresso Nacional diante da indicação de Jorge Messias como ministro do STF parece estar longe de acabar. O senador Izalci Lucas (PL-DF) conversa com a Jovem Pan News sobre a sabatina de Messias e o embate entre o presidente do Senado, Davi Alcolumbre (União Brasil), e o presidente Lula. A próxima semana pode ser movimentada dentro do Congresso Nacional, uma vez que o PL Antifacção pode ser votado no Senado, em meio à tensão com o governo. É importante lembrar que a gestão Lula (PT) encaminhou 58 sugestões de alteração para o texto, que será analisado no Senado Federal. Reportagem: Victoria Abel. O presidente dos Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, declarou que todas as ordens executivas, memorandos e documentos oficiais assinados pelo seu antecessor, Joe Biden, com o uso de "caneta automática" (autopen), não têm mais validade. Segundo Trump, cerca de 92% dos documentos firmados durante a gestão Biden passaram por esse procedimento mecânico de assinatura Reportagem: Eliseu Caetano. Essas e outras notícias você acompanha no Jornal da Manhã. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Data Center Boom: Five Trends Engineering Firms Need to Know The data center market is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by artificial intelligence adoption and changing infrastructure demands. For ACEC member firms, this represents both a substantial business opportunity and a chance to shape critical national infrastructure. ACEC's latest Market Intelligence Brief reveals a market poised to reach $62 billion in design and construction spending by 2029, with implications that extend far beyond traditional data center engineering. The launch of ChatGPT in 2022 marked an inflection point. What began as voice assistants has evolved into sophisticated language learning models that consume dramatically more energy. A standard AI query uses about 0.012 kilowatt-hours, while generating a single high-quality image requires 2.0 kWh—roughly 20 times the daily consumption of a standard LED lightbulb. As weekly ChatGPT users surged from 100 million to 700 million between November 2023 and August 2025, the infrastructure implications became impossible to ignore. AI-driven data center power demand, which stood at just 4 gigawatts in 2024, is projected to reach 123 gigawatts by 2035. Even more striking: 70 percent of data center power demand will be driven by AI workloads. This explosive growth requires engineering solutions at unprecedented scale, from power distribution and backup systems to advanced cooling technologies and grid integration strategies. Public perception about data center water consumption often overlooks important nuances in cooling technology. While mechanical cooling systems have historically consumed significant water resources, newer approaches could dramatically reduce water use. Free air cooling, closed-loop systems, and liquid immersion technologies offer low-water use alternatives, with some methods reducing freshwater consumption by 70 percent or more compared to traditional systems. As Thom Jackson, mechanical engineer and partner at Dunham Engineering, notes: "Most data centers utilize closed loop cooling systems requiring no makeup water and minimal maintenance." The "big four" hyperscale operators—Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, and Meta—have all committed to becoming water-positive by 2030, replenishing more water than they consume. These commitments are driving innovation in cooling system design and creating opportunities for engineering firms with expertise in sustainable mechanical systems. The days of one-size-fits-all data centers are over. Latency requirements, scalability needs, and proximity to end users are accelerating adoption of diverse building types. Edge data centers bring computing closer to users for real-time applications like IoT and 5G. Hyperscale facilities support massive cloud and AI workloads with 100,000-plus servers. Colocation models enable scalable shared environments for enterprises, while modular designs—prefabricated with integrated power and cooling—offer rapid, cost-effective deployment. Each model presents distinct engineering challenges and opportunities, from specialized HVAC systems and high floor-to-ceiling ratios for hyperscale facilities to distributed infrastructure planning for edge networks. Two emerging trends deserve particular attention. First, the Department of Energy has selected four federal sites to host AI data centers paired with clean energy generation, including small modular reactors (SMRs). The Nuclear Regulatory Commission anticipates at least 25 SMR license applications by 2029, signaling strong demand for nuclear co-location expertise. Second, developers are increasingly exploring adaptive reuse of underutilized office spaces, Brownfield sites, and historical buildings. These locations offer existing utility infrastructure that can reduce construction time and costs, making them attractive alternatives despite some design constraints. Recent federal policy changes are streamlining data center deployment. Executive Order 14318 directs agencies to accelerate environmental reviews and permitting, while revisions to New Source Review under the Clean Air Act could allow construction to begin before air permits are issued. ACEC recently formed the Data Center Task Force to advocate for policies that balance speed, affordability, and national security in data center development, complimenting EO 14318. For engineering firms, site selection expertise has become increasingly valuable. Success hinges on sales and use tax exemptions, existing power and fiber connectivity, effective community engagement, and thorough environmental risk assessment. AI-driven planning tools like UrbanFootprint and ESRI ArcGIS are helping developers evaluate site suitability, identifying opportunities for firms. The data center market offers engineering firms a chance to lead in sustainable design, infrastructure innovation, and strategic planning at a moment when digital infrastructure has become as critical as traditional utilities.  

Some DC fast charging sites print money. Others quietly ruin portfolio-wide ROI. In this episode of In-Between Charges, Kevin and Mike sit down with Rohan Puri, CEO & Co-Founder of Stable Auto, to unpack why. Stable Auto works with many of the largest American CPOs and investors to predict utilization, pick winning locations, and set smarter prices for DC fast charging networks. Rohan shares how he went from building robotic charging arms for autonomous fleets to running a software company that underwrites the profitability of EV charging assets.Together, they dig into what actually drives DCFC performance: traffic patterns, EV penetration, trip distances, amenities, competition, hardware choices, and even how many ports is the right amount for a site. They talk about why “put it near a highway and a gas station” is often wrong, why co-locating with competitors can increase your utilization, how to think in IRR and margin instead of just kWh per port per day, and where dynamic pricing and energy arbitrage could unlock new revenue streams. If you're a CPO, retailer, investor, or just trying to understand why some sites thrive while others bleed cash, this episode goes straight to the core of DC fast charging economics.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:17532056201798502,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-9437-3289"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");pt> Click On Picture To See Larger Picture Germany industrial system is imploding, electricity costs are rising, the [CB] wanted to do this to every country. Biden/Obama created the recession that Trump is pulling us out of. Trump is moving to 50 year mortgages. Trump holds all the power with tariffs, it is the key to removing the [CB] and becoming the most economically powerful country. The [DS] is now trapped in the shutdown. They are desperately trying to get out of it. As they push they exposed everything they have done. Obamacare, EV push, SNAP its all a fraud. Obama has been enriching himself, all roads lead to Obama. Trump is telling the republicans what needs to be done to take full power back and give it to the people. Trump knows the enemy will do this if he doesn't.   Economy Endgame For Germany's Industrial Power Prices: Green Deal Failure Sparks Subsidy Spiral   German Chancellor Friedrich Merz hosted top executives from the German steel industry at a summit in the the Chancellery to discuss solutions to the deepening crisis. Since the peak year of 2018, German steel production has fallen by around 25 percent. Germany's economic crisis is accelerating. Sky-high energy costs, relentless competition from China and India, and the EU's absurd push for “green steel”—a climate-neutral variant no one demands on the world market—are pushing companies either into insolvency or out of the country. Industrial electricity prices have hovered around 16–17 ct/kWh for months. German industry still pays up to 70 percent more than U.S. or French competitors, who benefit from nuclear power as their energy base. This is the cost of the green transition. Green Deal Fails The frequency of summits is telling. Germany's transition to a climate-neutral economy has already failed. Reality refuses to bend to Brussels' Green Deal diktat. Source: zerohedge.com (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:18510697282300316,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-8599-9832"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); https://twitter.com/EricLDaugh/status/1987560785116385686?s=20 President Trump Orders Investigation Into Foreign-Owned Meat Packing Companies For Driving Up Price of Beef Through “Illicit Collusion”  President Trump on Friday ordered the Justice Department to launch an investigation into foreign meatpacking companies for driving up the price of beef through “illicit collusion.” Beef prices are soaring in the US. According to some reports, ground beef and steak prices are up nearly 50% since July 2020. Trump has launched an investigation into meatpacking companies for possible price fixing and manipulation.     these Corporations are not criminally profiting at the expense of the American People. I am asking the DOJ to act expeditiously. Thank you for your attention to this matter! Overview of Alleged Price Fixing in the Beef IndustryThe "Big Four" meatpacking companies—JBS, Tyson Foods, Cargill, and National Beef—control about 85% of U.S. beef processing. They have faced multiple antitrust lawsuits and Department of Justice (DOJ) investigations accusing them of colluding to suppress prices paid to ranchers for live cattle while artificially inflating wholesale and retail beef prices. This creates a wide "meat margin" profit for packers at the expense of producers and consumers.

Anna Baydakova discusses Russia's dramatic shift toward Bitcoin, covering mining legalization, the crypto exodus, sanctions impact, and how Russians use Bitcoin to survive economic isolation and preserve wealth amid political repression. Anna Baydakova, Senior Reporter at CoinDesk joins us to talk about Russia's complex relationship with Bitcoin. From Putin's surprising embrace of crypto mining to the grey market of mining rig distribution, Anna reveals how sanctions transformed Russia's crypto landscape. We explore Siberian mining operations and why Russians increasingly turn to Bitcoin as both protest and preservation against an authoritarian regime. Link to the full report: https://blockspace.media/insight/in-between-worlds-the-state-of-bitcoin-mining-in-russia/ Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com Notes: • Russia legalized Bitcoin mining in November 2024 • Hash rate dropped 10-15% after Ukraine invasion • Electricity costs $0.02-0.04/kWh in Siberia • Putin shifted from anti-crypto to pro-mining • Telegram channels became primary crypto platform Timestamps: 00:00 Start 01:16 Russia mining overview 02:56 Past 3 years of growth 08:30 Top Russian Miners 09:11 Mining "ban" is complicated 13:30 Who owns these miners? 17:31 Sanctions & War 23:23 Grey ASIC market 26:36 Wrap up -

It's EV News Briefly for Friday 10 October 2025, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show. Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDaily RENAULT TWINGO E‑TECH TO LAUNCH IN NOVEMBER https://evne.ws/4mQlpJj THE ELETTRICA, FERRARI'S FIRST EV, WILL BE A FOUR-MOTOR FOUR-DOOR NON-SUPERCAR https://evne.ws/4h2DgeR RIVIAN SWAPS AMAZON'S ALEXA FOR GOOGLE'S GEMINI https://evne.ws/4n2R6PV RIVIAN CEO RJ SCARINGE CLAIMS CONFIDENCE AHEAD OF 2026 LAUNCH OF $45,000 R2 https://evne.ws/47hwK0v NEXT GENERATION VOLVO EX40 WILL USE SPA3 PLATFORM https://evne.ws/3KB8fTn TESLA'S NEW BASE MODEL 3 EVEN CUTS POWER MIRRORS https://evne.ws/4oaQad9 BYD SALES SURGE IN GERMANY AND OVERSEAS https://evne.ws/3KKZXYU SKODA OVERTAKES BMW IN GERMAN BEV SALES https://evne.ws/48VaJFW NISSAN TO LAUNCH THIRD-GENERATION LEAF ORDERS IN JAPAN https://evne.ws/4o51E1Q IONITY LAUNCHES POWER 365 AND MOTION 365 SUBCRIPTION OFFERS https://evne.ws/4mZ8xRl FEDEX AUSTRALIA ADDS 55 ELECTRIC DELIVERY VEHICLES https://evne.ws/4mXWlQO FUELL COMPANY, IP SOLD FOR $170,000 https://evne.ws/4h11vdk PAKISTAN EV BIKES MOSTLY USE FAKE “GRAPHENE” BATTERIES https://evne.ws/3VUkXim Renault Twingo E‑Tech launch   Renault will unveil the new Twingo E‑Tech on 6 November, starting below £17,000 with UK deliveries in 2026. Built on the Ampr Small platform and targeting 6.2 miles per kWh, it aims to combine efficiency, affordability, and rapid production turnaround.  Ferrari Elettrica revealed  Ferrari's first EV, the Elettrica, is a four‑door, four‑motor GT producing over 1,000 hp and 0–62 mph in 2.5 seconds. With 323‑mile range and advanced in‑house engineering, it showcases Ferrari's blend of luxury innovation in electric form.   Rivian adopts Google Gemini AI   Rivian is replacing Alexa with Google's Gemini AI for a more advanced in‑vehicle assistant that manages navigation, messaging, and media naturally. The new system keeps Rivian's software platform independent while enhancing control and integration.   Rivian CEO confident for R2  CEO RJ Scaringe says development of Rivian's $45,000 R2 compact EV is on track for 2026, marking his highest confidence in the company's future. Backed by Amazon and Volkswagen, Rivian aims to expand EV accessibility through advanced, software‑led design.   Volvo EX40 to use SPA3  Volvo's upcoming EX40 will debut the SPA3 platform with cell‑to‑body batteries, new motors and megacasting for major cost and efficiency gains. Launching in 2027 under $50,000, it will offer up to 350 miles of range and support future‑ready tech.   Tesla trims Model 3 features  Tesla's new base Model 3 and Model Y remove certain comfort and powered features to cut cost and entry price. The pared‑back design lowers prices to make ownership more accessible, though with slightly reduced performance and range.   BYD sales surge overseas  BYD's September German registrations jumped 2,225% year‑on‑year, driving European growth despite softer China demand. Overseas sales rose 123% to 697,000 units this year, reinforced by upcoming local assembly plants in Hungary, Brazil, and Uzbekistan.   Skoda overtakes BMW in German BEV sales   Skoda has climbed to second place in Germany's BEV market behind Volkswagen with 34,567 sales, edging out BMW. Higher discounts and more choice are boosting EV market share while Tesla stabilizes after earlier dips.   Nissan third‑generation Leaf orders   Nissan will open Japan orders for its redesigned Leaf on 17 October, offering 702 km range and faster 35‑minute charging. Priced from about ¥5.2 million before subsidies, it signals Nissan's renewed push for global EV leadership.   Ionity launches subscription plans   Ionity's new Power 365 and Motion 365 plans offer fixed‑rate, transparent ultra‑rapid charging across Europe for 12 months at the price of 10. With access to 5,000 chargers, the subscriptions make long‑distance EV travel simpler and more predictable.   FedEx Australia adds 55 electric vehicles   FedEx has deployed 55 electric delivery vehicles across Australian cities, marking a shift from trials to daily operations. Using Fuso eCanters and Mercedes eSprinters, the rollout supports FedEx's goal to fully electrify its fleet by 2040.   Fuell assets sold   Fuell, Erik Buell's electric mobility firm, sold its assets for just $170,000 following bankruptcy and low awareness. The sale concludes a once‑promising venture, though a new owner could yet revive the innovative brand.   Pakistan's fake “graphene” batteries issue   About 90% of Pakistan's e‑bikes reportedly use mislabeled lead‑acid “graphene” batteries, undermining EV subsidy goals. Industry leaders are urging the government to shift incentives toward true lithium‑ion systems for quality and consumer protection.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:17532056201798502,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-9437-3289"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");pt> Click On Picture To See Larger Picture The D Governors are destroying their states by pushing the green new scam, utility costs are rising and the people are noticing. This Labor Day fuel prices are now lower than 2020. The battle has begun and Trump made the first move in firing Lisa Cook, this will determine who will have the control over the creation of currency. The [DS] have been planning a major [FF] before the midterms, they cannot allow Trump win. Trump knows the playbook and is dismantling many of the pieces to the [FF] to limit what the [DS] has planned. Trump is building the narrative that he will be going into Chicago next. Trump messaged the people that everything is being put into place to win the midterms. Stage has now been set.   Economy Governor Murphy's Green New Deal Exacerbates NJ Energy Crisis New Jerseyans are feeling the pain of higher electricity bills. They should blame Governor Phil Murphy and the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) for inviting this energy crisis. The BPU was slated to approve a 20% rate hike in June, but delayed the rate hike until September 30. On August 14, the BPU announced a $100 Residential Universal Bill Credit to help lower bills in September and October. This is a way to use taxes to disguise the cost of utility bills, but New Jerseyans are still shouldering these costs. When announcing this relief measure, Governor Murphy didn't accept responsibility for higher prices. Instead, he blamed PJM Interconnection, a grid operator servicing New Jersey and 12 other states, for creating a “cost crisis.” Earlier this summer, he urged residents to set their air conditioners to 76-78 degrees Fahrenheit and delay appliance usage until 8 p.m. But Garden Staters aren't buying what Murphy is selling. Since Governor Murphy entered office in 2017, six power plants—including five coal plants and Oyster Creek nuclear reactor—were shut down. This represents a loss of 2,500 megawatts (MW) of net capacity. As a result, the state consumes more energy than it produces. It imported 20% of its electricity from out-of-state power generators—namely, Pennsylvania. Imported electricity is more expensive due to higher fuel and transmission costs. One analysis found NJ's green “transition” “has outpaced its replacement infrastructure, raising concerns about grid stability, cost volatility, and energy independence.” Yet, there is no transition occurring. Natural gas and nuclear have cumulatively supplied over 90% of the state's net electricity generation since 2011. Renewables, including solar, barely supply 8%. But don't take my word for it. States with clean energy mandates—including renewable standard portfolios (RPS) that mandate electric utilities set renewable energy targets—generally have higher electricity costs compared to states without them. As of this writing, New Jersey electricity rates are the 12th most expensive in the nation, averaging 20.49¢ per kilowatt-hour (kWh). That's 17.3% higher than the national average (17.47¢ per kWh). For context, the average American household uses about 10,800 kWh annually. Source: thegatewaypundit.com (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:18510697282300316,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-8599-9832"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse/status/1961107774386934217 2024 $3.29