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Recent New Stories (July 2025) | Joe Batir | Ep 191

Recent New Stories (July 2025) | Joe Batir | Ep 191

Update: 2025-08-06
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In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast, host Joe Batir discusses recent news stories in the renewable energy sector, particularly in light of the One Big Beautiful Bill. He highlights significant investments in solar projects despite cuts to tax credits, the implications for data centers in Iowa, and rising energy prices following a recent PJM grid auction. The conversation emphasizes the ongoing challenges and potential opportunities within the energy transition landscape.





Chapters





00:00 Introduction and Overview of Recent Developments





01:52 Impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill on Renewable Energy





04:54 Major Investments in Solar Projects Despite Tax Credit Cuts





08:36 The Future of Data Centers in Iowa





13:39 Rising Energy Prices and Their Implications





19:56 Conclusion and Future Outlook





Articles discussed:





Exus Renewables gains $308m for US solar and wind projects





Enbridge to build US$900M solar project to power Meta data operations in Texas





Clean Energy Brought Data Centers to Iowa. The Big Beautiful Bill Could Change That





Biggest US power grid auction prices rise by 22% to new heights





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Recent New Stories (July 2025) | Joe Batir | Ep 191

Recent New Stories (July 2025) | Joe Batir | Ep 191

Joe Batir