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- 1California grid hits 56% renewable demand milestone▼California grid reaches 56% renewable demand and nearly one-fifth of hours on clean energy
California's power grid has reached a point where renewables meet 56% of demand, and clean energy sources cover nearly one-fifth of all hours of operation. The figures mark a significant step in the state's transition away from fossil fuels, underscoring progress toward its ambitious clean-energy targets and drawing attention as a model for other large grids pursuing decarbonisation.
- 2California GM EV buyers to get free chargers and grid payments●California GM EV buyers get free charger, then can get paid to help the grid
General Motors is offering California electric vehicle buyers a free home charger, with the option to earn money by supporting the state's power grid. Owners who enroll can let the utility draw on their vehicle's battery during periods of high demand, receiving payments in return. The program ties into California's broader push to stabilize its grid while expanding electric vehicle adoption.
- 3California homeowner gets first negative PG&E bill with battery exports▼California homeowner on NEM 3.0 gets first negative PG&E bill, thanks to August battery exports
A California homeowner on the state's NEM 3.0 solar billing scheme has received their first negative PG&E bill, with excess electricity exported from a home battery in August more than covering their usage charges. It is being cited as an example of how battery storage can offset the steep export-rate cuts introduced under NEM 3.0, which slashed payments for rooftop solar power sent to the grid.