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Industry and energy users across Europe are urging the European Commission to accelerate the development of regulatory and investment frameworks for long-duration energy storage, highlighting its critical role in grid stability, renewable integration, and energy security in high-renewables systems. Industry, clean technology groups, and major energy users across Europe have joined forces to urge the European Commission to fast-track a regulatory and investment framework for long-duration energy storage. The call, made in a coordinated letter to EU leadership, emphasises the importance of storage technologies for meeting energy security goals, managing renewable variability, and future-proofing power systems, building on lessons from…

A new California Energy Commission forecast projects a 61 percent rise in electricity demand by 2045, driven largely by electric vehicle adoption and data center growth, challenging grid planners to build capacity and reliability to meet future loads. California’s electricity planning landscape is undergoing a major shift after the California Energy Commission approved a long-term forecast showing electricity consumption could increase by as much as 61 percent between now and 2045, intensifying concerns already raised during past periods of tight supply and reliability stress, such as those examined in discussions of the California electricity shortage.   At A Glance •…

Ontario’s energy regulator will introduce a discounted charging-station electricity rate in 2026, cutting delivery costs for public EV chargers by roughly 83 percent compared with standard transmission rates, a move expected to boost charging network growth in underserved areas and attract more investment.   At A Glance Ontario’s electricity regulator will launch a new EV Charging (EVC) rate effective Jan 1, 2026. Eligible public EV charging stations pay only 17% of the standard transmission fee. Discount aims to support the deployment of charging infrastructure in underserved and low-uptake regions. Reduced costs could attract more investment and speed up the expansion…

Britain will introduce a per-mile tax on electric vehicles in 2028 to offset declining fuel duty revenues, raising questions about EV adoption, road funding, driver behavior, and how governments should replace billions lost from petrol and diesel taxes.   At A Glance • UK introduces per-mile EV tax starting in 2028 • Policy replaces declining fuel duty as combustion engines disappear • Auto industry warns of reduced EV adoption • Government says road wear and funding justify the new system   Per-mile Tax on Electric Vehicles Britain has become the first major economy to announce a per-mile tax on electric…

Germany is extending its vehicle tax exemption for electric cars until 2035, a federal move aimed at boosting EV sales, supporting the auto industry, and advancing the country’s transition to cleaner, more sustainable transportation.   Why is Germany Exempting EVs from Vehicle Tax Until 2035? Germany is exempting electric vehicles from vehicle tax until 2035 to boost EV adoption, support its auto industry, and meet national climate targets. ? Encourages consumers to buy zero-emission cars ? Protects jobs in the automotive sector ? Advances Germany’s clean energy transition Germany’s federal government has confirmed plans to extend the country’s vehicle tax…

UK electric vehicle sales reached a record high in September, with battery and hybrid cars making up over half of new registrations. SMMT credits carmaker discounts, new models, and a £3,750 EV grant for driving strong demand across the UK market.   Why are UK Electric Vehicle Sales Surging to a Record High? UK electric vehicle sales are surging to a record high because automakers are offering major discounts, more models are available than ever, and the government’s new £3,750 EV grant is making electric cars more affordable and appealing to both fleets and private buyers. ? BEV sales up…

US electric vehicle momentum is slowing as tax credits expire, tariffs increase costs, and interest rates rise, while Europe and China accelerate EV adoption through stronger incentives, enhanced charging infrastructure, and growth in battery manufacturing.   Why has US Electric Vehicle Momentum Slowed as Globe Surges? US electric vehicle momentum has slowed due to expiring subsidies, rising costs, and global competition from faster-moving markets. ? End of federal tax credits weakened buyer demand ? Tariffs and high interest rates raised EV prices ? Europe and China expanded incentives and infrastructure   You could be forgiven for thinking that electric cars…