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BNEF forecasts global energy storage market to grow 15-fold by 2030 to 411 GW/1194 GWh

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However, while the new tax credit policy supports more growth based on BNEF’s long-term forecast, supply chain constraints cloud deployment expectations until 2024. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has had a clear impact on energy storage deployments in Europe. Meanwhile, projects face long lead times to finance, develop and commission.

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Baker Institute report: China has positioned itself as a gatekeeper to the energy transition; nickel case study

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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and other recent developments, not least post-pandemic recovery, undermined Tsingshan’s short position, forcing the company to purchase nickel at increasing prices to cover the positions, and the LME to increase margin requirements for market participants.

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Used EVs – Over The Hill, Or An Absolute Steal?

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A worldwide deficit of lithium, a global shortage of semiconductors and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine are all heavily impacting production efficiencies, with some OEM lead times reportedly reaching upwards of twelve months. Will your used EV quickly become a drain on your finances? What about the elephant in the room?

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Opinion: Oil Market ShowdownCan Russia Outlast The Saudis?

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and EU Ukraine-related economic and financial sanctions. and China markets, while the Russian Finance Ministry recently backed away from a tax proposal which Russian crude producers said would reduce their output. The Saudis have repeatedly cut pricing to undercut competitors to maintain market share in the critical U.S.

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Tesla supplier sheds light on graphite supply challenge for EV battery manufacturers [Editorial]

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Russia, Madagascar, Ukraine, Norway, Canada, India, and Sri Lanka make up the remaining Top 10 countries that produce graphite. The recently passed Inflation Reduction Act included EV tax credits that could go as high as $7,500 for automakers that adhere to a few specific requirements. Graphite and the Inflation Reduction Act.