Core Viewpoint - The incident involving a fatal electric shock at a storage project in Ruoqiang County was determined to be a general production safety responsibility accident caused by violations of operational procedures [3][10]. Group 1: Incident Overview and Emergency Response - On April 8, 2025, a fatal electric shock occurred during cable insulation testing, resulting in one death [2][9]. - The victim, Liu, and colleagues attempted to conduct tests without proper equipment and safety gear, leading to the accident [4]. - Emergency response was hindered by the remote location, but the victim was transported to a hospital where he was pronounced dead after unsuccessful resuscitation efforts [5][7]. Group 2: Causes and Nature of the Accident - The direct cause of the accident was Liu's improper use of conductive metal wire instead of the insulation resistance tester's output lead, which created an electric arc and resulted in electrocution [11]. - Indirect causes included the company's failure to implement safety responsibilities, lack of necessary qualifications, inadequate safety training for new employees, and ineffective supervision [12][13]. Group 3: Recommendations for Accountability - Liu, the deceased, was found to have direct responsibility for the accident but is recommended for immunity from accountability due to his death [14]. - Administrative penalties are suggested for Xu, the company's legal representative, for inadequate safety training and oversight [15]. - The company itself is recommended for penalties due to serious lapses in safety management and failure to ensure proper training and supervision [16][17]. Group 4: Lessons Learned - The company failed to enforce safety measures for high-voltage operations and did not provide adequate training or supervision for workers [18]. - The supervising company also lacked effective oversight and did not address safety hazards promptly [18]. Group 5: Corrective Actions and Preventive Measures - The company must enhance management of specialized workers, clarify safety responsibilities, and improve training and hazard inspections [19]. - The supervising company should strengthen management practices and adhere to safety regulations to fulfill its supervisory responsibilities [19].

文 | 中关村储能产业技术联盟 立陶宛公用事业公司Ignitis集团 宣布，计划 在其三个清洁能源站点开发 291MW/582MWh 电池储能系统， 并表示储能设备将由德国的 Rolls Royce Solutions GmbH 提供。项目 今年开始建设，预计将在2027年开始商业运营。 Ignitis在周二宣布对这三个站点投资1.3亿欧元（1.53亿美元），并表示电池储能系统将安装在其位于凯尔梅和马泽基耶的风电场，以及位于 Kruonis抽水蓄能电站旁边的一个站点，这个电站也是由Ignitis公司运营的。 CNESA全球储能市场考察-越南站完美收官！解锁东南亚储能新机遇 西班牙储能政策重大突破：储能明确列为"公共用途" 德国计划建设1.8 GWh电池储能项目 联盟官微 关注政策、项目、企业、市场活动 联盟官方小秘书 入会、入群、产业交流、活动对接 "立陶宛可再生能源的发电量正在增长，这使得电池储能系统成为电网可靠性的一个重要保障。" Ignitis集团首席执行官Darius Maikš tėnas表 示， "它们使电力系统更加灵活，能够高效利用绿色能源，并有助于维持电网的稳定，即使在电力供应大幅波动时也能保 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the implementation plan for the market-oriented reform of renewable energy grid pricing in Shanxi Province, aiming to promote high-quality development of renewable energy through market mechanisms [1][20]. Group 1: Market Participation - Renewable energy projects, including wind and solar, will primarily participate in the electricity market, with all grid electricity entering the market to form pricing through a "quantity and price reporting" method [2][22]. - Cross-provincial and cross-regional transactions will follow the pricing policies for electricity transmission, with certain projects not included in the mechanism pricing [2][23]. Group 2: Pricing Settlement Mechanism - A sustainable pricing settlement mechanism will be established, where the difference between market trading average prices and the mechanism price will be settled by grid companies, with costs shared among all commercial users [3][23]. - The average market trading price will be determined based on a weighted average of similar projects in the market [3][23]. Group 3: Mechanism Electricity and Pricing - The mechanism electricity scale for existing projects will align with current policies, allowing projects to determine their mechanism electricity ratio annually, not exceeding the previous year's ratio [4][24]. - For new projects, the mechanism price will be determined through competitive bidding, with the price not exceeding the current benchmark price for coal-fired power [5][25]. Group 4: Competitive Bidding System - A competitive bidding system for new projects will be organized annually, with the bidding process determining the clearing price based on submitted quantities and prices [7][26]. - The bidding limits will be set by the provincial development and reform commission, considering various factors to ensure effective competition [7][28]. Group 5: Exit Rules and Policies - Projects can voluntarily apply to exit the mechanism during the execution period, and those that reach the end of their execution period will no longer be included [12][29]. - The article outlines the transitional policies for existing and new projects during the implementation period, ensuring a smooth transition to the new pricing mechanism [11][30]. Group 6: Supporting Measures - The article emphasizes the need for optimizing market trading and pricing mechanisms, including establishing a price monitoring system to ensure stability in the electricity market [13][40]. - It also highlights the importance of policy coordination and tracking the impact of reforms on industry development and enterprise operations [42][44].

Core Viewpoint - Hunan's independent new energy storage power station has successfully participated in the frequency regulation auxiliary service market, marking a significant breakthrough in the market-oriented operation of new energy storage in Hunan [1] Group 1: Market Participation - The new energy storage power station successfully engaged in secondary frequency regulation service transactions, market clearing, and service invocation during the trial operation of Hunan's frequency regulation auxiliary service market in June [1] - The new energy storage station provided an average of 25,000 megawatt-hours of frequency regulation mileage daily, with service fees from the frequency regulation auxiliary service market accounting for 19.6% [1] - The performance indicators of frequency regulation show a clear competitive advantage over traditional power generation units [1] Group 2: Future Developments - The participation in the frequency regulation service market is the latest market application following the new energy storage's involvement in peak regulation auxiliary services and the electricity spot market [1] - The Hunan Energy Regulatory Office will work with relevant provincial units to summarize experiences and accelerate the establishment of a market mechanism for new energy storage and other new operating entities [1] - This initiative aims to enhance the power system's regulation capacity and ensure the security of power supply [1]

Core Viewpoint - Vaulta, an Australian battery manufacturer, has signed a strategic cooperation memorandum with eFinery Energy to promote the large-scale application of Australian lithium battery technology in the U.S. market, aiming to develop a 5 GWh energy storage project [1] Group 1: Strategic Collaboration - The collaboration will focus on exploring the technology transfer and licensing of Vaulta's lithium battery storage manufacturing processes to the U.S. market [1] - The partnership aims to pave the way for local production and deployment of high-performance battery systems, with considerations for establishing a certified assembly plant in the U.S. [1] Group 2: Company Background and Challenges - Vaulta was founded in 2019 by product design expert Dominic Spooner, specializing in modular, recyclable batteries suitable for electric vehicles, military applications, and fixed energy storage [4] - The company faces multiple challenges in entering the U.S. market, including differing certification standards across states, compliance with the Inflation Reduction Act's localization requirements, supply chain development, and establishing commercial influence in a competitive market [4] Group 3: Supply Chain and Talent - Spooner highlighted that tariff issues will persist, but eFinery has secured local cell suppliers to alleviate some pressure [4] - The primary challenge identified is talent acquisition, necessitating the establishment of a trans-Pacific technical support team [4]

Core Viewpoint - The "Big and Beautiful" tax and spending bill signed by President Trump is expected to exacerbate the U.S. fiscal deficit and debt risks while altering the competitive landscape for the renewable energy sector, particularly solar and electric vehicle industries [1][3]. Summary by Sections Tax and Subsidy Adjustments - The bill adjusts tax credits and subsidy policies, differentiating between renewable and traditional energy sectors, with significant implications for solar and electric vehicle industries [1]. - It terminates several clean energy tax credits, including those for new energy-efficient homes and renewable energy equipment, potentially jeopardizing up to 4,500 clean energy projects across the U.S. [9]. Energy Storage Provisions - The bill extends the energy storage investment tax credit (ITC) to 2036, providing a longer policy support window for the energy storage industry [5]. - The phase-out schedule for the ITC has been adjusted to a more gradual decline, which is expected to stabilize market expectations [5]. - New funding of $1 billion is allocated for grid reliability, energy storage, and transmission infrastructure upgrades, focusing on long-duration storage technology [3]. Restrictions on Foreign Entities - The bill imposes restrictions on foreign entities, particularly those from China, in energy storage project construction, which could limit participation from Chinese companies in the U.S. market [6]. - However, the restrictions on foreign sensitive entities have been relaxed compared to earlier versions of the bill, allowing for some level of foreign material sourcing under specific conditions [7]. Impact on Electric Vehicle Industry - The bill eliminates federal tax credits for new electric vehicle purchases, which could severely impact the electric vehicle market [10]. - Additional fees, such as a $250 highway usage fee for electric vehicle owners, are introduced, significantly increasing the cost burden compared to traditional fuel vehicles [11]. Global Market Implications - The "Big and Beautiful" bill poses challenges for Chinese energy storage companies, which dominate global supply chains, as U.S. developers may need to exclude Chinese suppliers to qualify for tax credits [12]. - The potential for similar legislative actions in other regions, such as the EU, could lead to a global restructuring of the energy storage supply chain, affecting the competitive dynamics of the renewable energy sector [12].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the public tender announcement for the 1 million kW, 4 million kWh independent new energy storage demonstration project at the Xinjiang Huadian Urumqi photovoltaic base by Nanjing Guodian Nanzi New Energy Technology Co., Ltd, highlighting the requirements for bidders and the project details [1][6]. Group 1: Project Overview - The project involves a storage battery cabin and a conversion and boosting system, with a total capacity of 1 million kW and 4 million kWh [1][21]. - The project has been approved and is funded through self-raised capital [6][21]. Group 2: Bidding Requirements for Storage Battery Cabin - Bidders must provide at least one operational performance record of a lithium iron phosphate electrochemical storage battery cabin with a capacity of no less than 80 MWh since January 1, 2022, or cumulative contracts of no less than 1,000 MWh from projects with a minimum capacity of 10 MWh [2][9]. - Bidders must be legally registered independent entities in China, without any bankruptcy or administrative penalties affecting their eligibility [8][9]. Group 3: Bidding Requirements for Conversion and Boosting System - Suppliers must provide at least two contract performance records for conversion and boosting systems or similar products since January 1, 2024, including transformers and switch cabinets [3][24]. - Similar eligibility criteria apply, including legal registration and absence of disqualifying conditions [23][24]. Group 4: Tender Document Acquisition - The tender documents can be obtained from July 3, 2025, to July 10, 2025, through the China Huadian Group e-commerce platform [10][25]. - Bidders must complete registration and follow specific steps to download the tender documents [11][25]. Group 5: Submission and Opening of Bids - The deadline for bid submission is August 1, 2025, at 09:00 [5][27]. - Bids will be opened electronically on the same date and time, with the process recorded for archival purposes [14][28]. Group 6: Contact Information - Contact details for the bidding company and the bidding agency are provided for further inquiries [19][33].

文 | 中关村储能产业技术联盟 巴西众议院矿产和能源委员会举行的公开听证会上，国家电力局（ANEEL）局长 Daniel Danna 表示，监管机构拟于 今年出台首批储能监管规则 。这些初始标准将涵盖 电网接入与使用、储能 收益机制，包括收益叠加模式 。 Danna表示， 当前阶段我们已完成监管影响分析报告及规范性决议提案，计划今年下半年批准 通过。此外，该规则 还将涉及"未来场景，如电网容量拍卖和孤立系统拍卖。 在CP 39号咨询结果获批后，第二轮讨论将聚焦 "可逆式"电站的监管界定、作为输配电系统资 产的储能设施认定标准、以及用于缓解限电和弃电问题的储能系统监管框架 。计划中的第三轮 讨论拟围绕" 储能即服务"聚合商模式 及 系统运行模拟仿真研究 展开，全部讨论预计2028年前 完成。 据悉， CP 39号咨询 （Consulta Pública nº 39/2022）是巴西国家电力局（ANEEL）于 2022年启动的关于 储能系统监管框架 的专项公众咨询文件。 听证会上， Danna 特别指出监管机构预算削减对储能规则研讨进程的影响。 此外听证会重点讨论了由于光伏、风电等可再生能源占比激增带来的储能需求 ...

Core Viewpoint - The acceleration of new energy storage projects in Inner Mongolia is crucial for enhancing grid stability and supporting the construction of a new power system, addressing renewable energy consumption issues [2]. Group 1: New Energy Storage Projects - By the first half of 2025, Inner Mongolia plans to start construction on 34 independent new energy storage stations, with a total installed capacity of 14.8 million kilowatts [1]. - Recent projects include a 1 million kilowatt/600 megawatt-hour storage station in Ulanqab and a 300 megawatt/1280 megawatt-hour project in Ordos, among others [1]. - The new energy storage stations will utilize various technologies, including lithium iron phosphate, all-vanadium flow batteries, compressed air storage, and molten salt storage [1]. Group 2: Importance of New Energy Storage - New energy storage acts as a "stabilizer" and "regulator" for the power system, playing a vital role in the construction of a new power system [2]. - The rapid development of new energy storage stations will not only help in the consumption of renewable energy but also enhance the stability and flexibility of the power grid [2].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant increase in energy storage policies in China, with 45 policies released or solicited for opinions by June 2025, focusing on development planning, subsidy policies, electricity markets, and management regulations [1][2]. Policy Data Overview - In June 2025, a total of 45 energy storage-related policies were released, with 5 at the national level. Among these, 38 were classified as very important, with Guangdong and Inner Mongolia leading in the number of policies issued. The majority of policies pertained to electricity markets, pricing policies, demand response, and development planning [2][4]. Important Policy Overview National Level - The National Energy Administration issued a notice to conduct pilot projects for new power system construction, focusing on seven areas including grid technology and virtual power plants [4]. - The National Development and Reform Commission released a draft for emergency dispatch management, clarifying pricing and cost-sharing methods for emergency electricity dispatch [4][5]. Local Level - Xinjiang's Development and Reform Commission published a notice to enhance the resilience of new energy development, proposing 21 specific measures, including a reduction in peak compensation from 0.7 yuan/kWh to 0.262 yuan/kWh [6]. - Guangdong Electric Power Company reported 209 projects applied for the 2025 new energy storage construction plan, with a total scale of 41.81 GW/84.59 GWh [7]. New Energy Storage Policies - Henan's Development and Reform Commission announced the implementation of the tenth batch of integrated source-grid-load-storage projects, including 63 projects with a total scale of 360.65 MW [9]. - Inner Mongolia's Energy Bureau optimized the application requirements for integrated source-grid-load-storage projects, removing restrictions on the same legal entity and adjusting requirements for energy storage configuration [9][10]. Electricity Market Policies - Hubei's Development and Reform Commission confirmed the formal operation of its electricity spot market, which has been running for over a year [11]. - Various provinces, including Jiangsu and Guangdong, released guidelines for the participation of grid-side energy storage in the electricity market, allowing for flexible pricing and participation methods [11][12][13]. Subsidy Policies - Ningbo's Economic and Information Technology Bureau introduced a subsidy plan for energy storage and virtual power plants, with peak response subsidies set at 1 yuan/kWh [26]. - Inner Mongolia established a compensation policy for independent new energy storage stations, with a compensation standard of 0.35 yuan/kWh for projects completed by 2025 [27][28]. Management Norms - Henan's Development and Reform Commission and Energy Regulatory Office issued a notice to facilitate the connection of various power projects to the grid, establishing a green channel policy for integrated projects [30]. - Jilin's Development and Reform Commission published interim management measures for new energy storage projects, with a focus on developing an annual project database [30][31]. Demand Response Policies - Zhejiang's Energy Bureau set a target for a maximum response capacity of 600 MW for demand-side management during peak summer periods, encouraging user-side storage participation [32]. - Sichuan's Development and Reform Commission outlined a market-oriented response plan, detailing revenue structures for standby capacity and response energy [32][33]. Virtual Power Plant Policies - Guizhou's Energy Bureau released a draft for virtual power plant participation in electricity market transactions, categorizing them into load and generation types [34]. - Several provinces, including Guangdong and Shaanxi, issued guidelines to support the construction and operation of virtual power plants, emphasizing market participation and resource aggregation [35][36]. Demonstration Projects - Inner Mongolia's Energy Bureau published a list of 16 independent new energy storage projects planned for 2025, with a total installed capacity of 4.75 GW/19.7 GWh [37].