Renewable Friday: Fast EV Charging for the Win!
by Mokurai for ClimateBrief Community
Friday, Jun. 13, 2025
In China, BYD was the first to announce significantly fast battery charging for electric vehicles (EVs). Following that, CATL made its own announcement, which I covered on Tuesday. Now, we have a third development to discuss. I mentioned that ultra-fast charging is a concept that tends to emerge simultaneously from various sources when the conditions are right. The pressing question is when these three new battery technologies will be integrated into new car models and made available to customers around the world. Currently, these Toshiba batteries are only available in limited quantities for engineers to test and qualify. Unless the situation regarding car tariffs changes, the US may have to wait another four years for these advancements.
🔋 Toshiba plans to ship samples of its SCiB™Nb fast-charging battery by June 2025. This NTO-based battery can charge to 80% in just 10 minutes and is designed to last up to 15,000 cycles, particularly targeting commercial EVs. [Read more here](buff.ly/jTGJyGQ) #batterytechnology #energystorage #EVinnovation
In other news, Nissan’s new Leaf crossover boasts an impressive 311-mile range. Will this help revitalize the brand?
In Europe, the electric vehicle market is thriving, with over 2.2 million EVs registered across the EU and EFTA from January to April 2025, marking a 20% increase compared to the same period in 2024.
🚨 Big EV leap in Northern Ireland! 📈 The latest data from the Department for Transport shows a 47% increase in the battery electric vehicle fleet in 2024 compared to 2023. More choices, improved infrastructure, and growing consumer confidence are driving this shift. #EVANI #ElectricVehicles #EVadoption
Additionally, Trinasolar has achieved a remarkable 30.6% efficiency with its solar panels. For context, most panels had efficiencies around 15-17% just ten years ago.
Harry Moody highlights that incumbents have underestimated the speed of change in the renewable sector. This is because pessimism often arises from failing to recognize that change has been exponential, not linear.
In New Jersey, a new real-time permitting system is set to launch, aiming to cut bureaucratic red tape and reduce costs for homeowners looking to install rooftop solar systems. This is a significant win for clean energy and affordability.
An innovative agrivoltaic project in Indiana proves that solar energy can benefit farmers while garnering support from both sides of the political spectrum.
If you reside in Michigan, Minnesota, or New York, consider investing in solar panels and power banks to mitigate the upcoming electricity surcharges from Ontario.
In California, wind power accounted for approximately 16% of electrical power generation yesterday, while solar power constituted around 37%. Hydro and geothermal power contributed about 12% and 3%, respectively.
In Maine, there is promising exploration of networked geothermal energy systems. Meanwhile, the Texas Solar for All initiative is live, making solar energy more affordable and accessible across the state while creating jobs and building resilience.
The International Solar Alliance is driving a $200 million effort to scale distributed renewable energy in Africa.
In the Philippines, the government has officially launched its first offshore wind tender, targeting 3.3 GW of fixed-bottom capacity.
Lastly, exciting plans have been unveiled for what developers claim to be the world’s first wind-powered underwater data center off the coast of Shanghai.
As we move forward into a more renewable future, it’s essential to keep track of these developments and their implications for energy and transportation sectors worldwide.
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