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Today’s Green Deals are being led by ALLPOWERS’ Black Friday sale, which finally launched through Cyber Monday with new low prices on units like the R2500 Solar Generator bundle with a 600W solar panel for $1,499, among others. Continuing coverage of Black Friday appliance deals, we spotted GE’s 2-in-1 Electric Dryer and Ventless Heat Pump Dryer falling in price to $1,750, after spending much of the year above $2,000. There’s also a new low price on Leviton’s Level 2 48A Hardwired EV Charging Station at $559, with its smarter counterpart sitting $77 higher. And bringing up the rear is Jackery’s Explorer 100 Plus Portable Power Station beating out the brand’s direct Black Friday sale to return to the $89 low. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Lectric XPeak 2.0 e-bike pre-order special, Samsung’s Bespoke all-in-one washer/dryer Black Friday deal, and more.

Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

ALLPOWERS Black Friday sale drops R2500 solar generator with 600W panel to new $1,499 low (Save $700)

ALLPOWERS has begun its official Black Friday event that is taking up to $1,800 off power stations and bundles through December 3. Among the offers we’re seeing several new low prices, like on the R2500 Portable Power Station that comes bundled with a 600W solar panel for $1,499 shipped. Normally this solar generator package would run you $2,199 at full price, with the largest discount we’ve seen this year being a drop to the former $1,559 low back during Amazon’s Prime Day event in October. Now, during this Black Friday event, you can score $700 off its usual going rate at the best price we have seen to date – even beating its Prime Day low by $60. You’ll also find this bundle matching the price over at Amazon.

As we’ve seen with the other Black Friday sales from other brands, there’s some additional savings and free gifts being offered here too. To start, you can get an extra 5% taken off any order of $3,000 to $3,499, with that number increasing to 7% off on orders between $3,500 and $3,999, and up to 10% off once your total hits $4,000 or more (extra savings has not been factored in below). Likewise, when you spend over $1,900 you’ll get a free PB100 24,000mAh Power Bank, while spending over $2,300 gives you a free SP027 100W Portable Solar Panel, and over $3,200 lands you a free SF200 200W Portable Flexible Solar Panel.

Arriving in a sleek and streamlined unit, ALLPOWERS’ R2500 power station delivers a 2,016Wh LiFePO4 battery capacity with 14 output ports that can dish out up to 2,500W of power, peaking at 4,000W. It provides the typical collection of smart controls that you can access through its app alongside four methods of recharging its own battery – AC, solar, auto, and dual AC with solar. Connecting it to a standard wall outlet refills the battery in about 1.3 hours, while utilizing its 1,000W solar input can do the same in two hours time. These times can be cut down to just one hour when connecting both to an AC outlet while using the max solar input too.

There’s a few other great bundle options for this model, as well, with the solo power station starting things at $999, down from $1,599. From there, you can bundle it with a 200W solar panel for $1,179, or go further with a 400W solar panel at $1,359. If you want to expand the unit’s capacity, you can double things to 3,168Wh with an expansion battery for $1,399.

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GE’s 2-in-1 electric washer/ventless dryer saves space or doubles up for faster laundry duty at $1,750 ($1,150 off)

As part of its ongoing Black Friday sale, Best Buy is offering the GE Profile 4.8 cu. ft. UltraFast Electric 2-in-1 Washer & Dryer with Ventless Heat Pump for $1,749.99 shipped. This ENERGY STAR appliance normally sits at $2,900 most days, with occasional discounts popping up every couple of months over the course of 2024. We’ve mainly seen in keeping above $2,000 during most sales, though we did spot it dropping to the $1,749 low earlier in the year. Today, you’re getting a near-match to its lowest rate at $1,150 slashed from its price tag, coming in as the second-lowest price that we have tracked that lands just $1 above the all-time low.

Scoring this 2-in-1 washer/dryer for your home gives you far more freedom when it comes to your laundry setup, as its ventless heat pump tech, aside from “providing 50% more energy efficient airflow drying,” allows for it to be placed anywhere regardless of any pre-existing vents, saving you space or even allowing you to double up to get through Laundry faster. Complete with the usual smart controls you’d expect, accessed through the SmartHQ app, it will also automatically update itself through your home’s Wi-Fi, and even sends notifications and status alerts to your smartphone. One such example of an update is a recent one that directed its airflow system to separate hair and pet dander from fabrics before the wash cycle begins, collecting it into the EZ Access lint filter (which has saved my girlfriend and her family from plenty of suffering from their allergies since using one).

Another of its standout features is the inclusion of the SmartDispense technology that allows it to hold up to 32 loads of detergent and fabric softener before you’ll need to refill it. You can even scan the barcode on whatever detergent bottle you’re using so that the unit’s AI can adjust the dispensed amounts out based on the brand and your laundry’s load size.

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Save $140 on Leviton’s level 2 48A hardwired EV charging station while it’s at a new $559 low

Amazon is offering a rare chance at savings during this Black Friday season on Leviton’s Level 2 48A Hardwired EV Charging Station for $559 shipped. Normally sitting full price at $699, this is the first discount we’ve spotted on this standard EV charger in 2024 since seeing it last during 2023’s Black Friday period at $595. After nearly a year of no price changes, we’re finally seeing it come down with a 20% markdown, saving you $140 while also giving you the new lowest price that we have tracked.

This level 2 EV charger from Leviton arrives compatible with most EVs on the market – Audi, BMW, Ford, Honda, Subaru – plus, you can even use it to charge your Tesla vehicles with the supplied adapter, often averaging around 25 miles per hour of charging. It comes housed within a water-resistant enclosure to protect it from adverse elements and inclement weather, with its charging cable designed to prevent freezing and cracking too. This is a hardwired model that comes easy to install indoor or outdoors, but keep in mind that it does require a 60A breaker.

If you would prefer this charging station with additional smart controls, the alternate Leviton Level 2 48A Smart Hardwired EV Charging Station is also seeing a discount to the second-lowest price of $636 shipped, down from $749. You’ll get the same compatibility, performance, and features here, but with the added bonus of smart control functionality though the My Leviton App via Wi-Fi.

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Get 99Wh/31,000mAh of juice through Jackery’s Explorer 100 Plus LiFePO4 power station at $89 low

Jackery is offering a return low price through its official Amazon storefront on the Explorer 100 Plus Portable Power Station that is down at $89 shipped, after clipping the on-page $40 off coupon. Already down from its full $149 price tag, we’ve mainly seen discounts bring the costs down to either $100 or $90 throughout 2024, with the first drop further to the $89 low occurring during September’s Labor Day sales, only repeating for a short-lived Prime Day time period. Today though, you’re looking at another chance to grab it for your personal backup power needs at the lowest price we have tracked – even beating out Jackery’s direct Black Friday rates by $1.

If you’re in need of a larger, but still portable backup power solution for your personal everyday devices, Jackery’s Explorer 100 Plus definitely beats out plenty of power banks with its 99Wh (31,000mAh) LiFePO4 battery capacity and 128W output power speeds. The compact form factor stashes away inside your bag for charging-on-the go during your regular everyday travels and trips out of town alike. The dual USB-C ports and the single USB-A port cover your devices, while the unit’s own battery can be refilled to 70% in about an hour via a wall outlet, while it takes up to two hours for it to reach full. What’s more, there’s solar charging capabilities here with a max 100W solar input, with recharging through this method taking about two hours. You can also plug it into your car’s auxiliary port for a full battery in up to three hours. There is one bundle option to get the station with a 40W solar panel for $170, after clipping the on-page $60 off coupon.

With Jackery’s Black Friday sale still going, many of the best deals on larger power station units can be found there, however, there are a few standouts that are being matched or beaten out at Amazon, which provide more capacity and more output power levels:

If you’re looking for even larger options, be sure to check out the full spread of Jackery’s Black Friday sale, which has plenty of low prices across power stations, solar generator bundles, and even new releases. 

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The savings this week are also continuing to a collection of other markdowns. To the same tune as the offers above, these all help you take a more energy-conscious approach to your routine. Winter means you can lock in even better off-season price cuts on electric tools for the lawn while saving on EVs and tons of other gear.

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Massachusetts launches a two-year V2X pilot program

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Massachusetts is launching a first-of-its-kind statewide vehicle-to-everything (V2X) pilot program. This two-year initiative, backed by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC), aims to deploy 100 bidirectional chargers to homes, school buses, municipal, and commercial fleet participants across the state.

These bidirectional chargers will enable EVs to serve as mobile energy storage units, collectively providing an estimated 1.5 MW of new storage capacity. That means EVs won’t just be getting power – they’ll be giving it back to the grid, helping to balance demand and support renewable energy use. The program is also focused on ensuring that low-income and disadvantaged communities have access to this cutting-edge tech.

The Massachusetts pilot is one of the largest state-led V2X initiatives in the US and is designed to tackle key challenges in deploying bidirectional charging technology. By strategically placing these chargers in a variety of settings, the program aims to identify and resolve barriers to wider adoption of V2X technology.

Massachusetts EV owners and fleet operators enrolled in the program will get bidirectional chargers capable of both vehicle-to-grid (V2G) and backup power operations at no cost. Here’s what they stand to gain:

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  • No-cost charging infrastructure: Bidirectional charging stations and installation are fully covered for participants.
  • Grid resilience: With an estimated 1.5 MW of new flexible and distributed storage assets, the program strengthens Massachusetts’ energy infrastructure.
  • Clean energy integration: V2G technology allows EVs to charge when renewable energy is available and discharge stored energy when it’s not, supporting the state’s clean energy goals.
  • Backup power: EV batteries can be used as backup power sources during outages.
  • Revenue opportunities: Some participants can earn money by sending stored energy back to the grid.

Clean energy solutions firm Resource Innovations and vehicle-grid integration tech company The Mobility House are leading the program’s implementation. “With the charging infrastructure provided through this program, we’re eliminating financial barriers and enabling school districts, homeowners, and fleets to access reliable backup power,” said Kelly Helfrich of Resource Innovations. “We aim to create a scalable blueprint for V2X programs nationwide.”

“Bidirectional charging benefits vehicle owners by providing backup power and revenue opportunities while strengthening the grid for the entire community,” added Russell Vare of The Mobility House North America.

The program is open for enrollment now through June 2025. For more details, visit the MassCEC V2X Program webpage. A list of eligible bidirectional vehicles can be found on that page.

Read more: Cambridge’s new solar VPPA is the largest ever by any US city

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Compton, California, just got its first 25 electric school buses

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Compton, California, has unveiled 25 new electric school buses – the school district’s first – and 25 Tellus 180 kW DC fast chargers.

Compton Unified School District (CUSD) in southern Los Angeles County is putting 17 Thomas Built Type A and eight Thomas Built Type C electric school buses on the road this spring. In addition to working with Thomas Built, CUSD also collaborated with electrification-as-a-service provider Highland Electric Fleet, utility Southern California Edison, and school transportation provider Durham School Services.

Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean School Bus Program awarded funds for the vehicles in the program’s first round. EPA also awarded CUSD funds for the third round of the program and anticipates introducing an additional 25 EV school buses in the future.

“I can’t stress enough how vital grants like these are and the need for continued support from our partners in government at the state and federal level to fund additional grants for school districts and their transportation partners that are ready to deliver and operate zero-emission buses,” said Tim Wertner, CEO of Durham School Services.

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CUSD, which serves Compton and parts of the cities of Carson and Los Angeles, currently serves more than 17,000 students at 36 sites. The district has a high school graduation rate of 93% and an 88% college acceptance rate. One in 11 children in Los Angeles County have asthma, which makes the need for emissions-free school transportation that much more pressing.

Read more: Thomas Built Buses debuts its next-gen electric school bus

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Rivian’s R1S electric SUV just got way cheaper to lease

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Rivian's R1S electric SUV just got way cheaper to lease

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After cutting lease prices by $200 this month, the Rivian R1S is now surprisingly affordable. It may even be a better deal than the new Tesla Model Y.

Rivian cuts R1S lease prices by $200 per month

Rivian’s R1S is one of the hottest electric SUVs on the market. If you haven’t checked it out yet, you’re missing out.

With some of the best deals to date, now may be the time. Rivian lowered R1S lease prices earlier this month to just $599 for 36 months, with $8,493 due at signing (30,000 miles). The offer is for the new 2025 R1S Adventure Dual Standard, which starts at $75,900.

Before the price cut, the R1S was listed at $799 per month, with $8,694 due at signing. The electric SUV now has the same lease price as the R1T, despite costing $6,000 more.

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The 2025 R1T Dual Motor starts at $69,900, essentially making it a free $6,000 upgrade. At that price, you may even want to consider it over the new Tesla Model Y.

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Tesla’s new Model Y Launch Series arrived with lease prices of $699 for 36 months. With $4,393 due at signing, the effective rate is $821 per month, or just $13 less than the R1S at $834. However, the 2025 R1S costs nearly $15,000 more, with the Model Y Launch Series price at $59,990.

Rivian is also offering an “All-Electric Upgrade Offer” of up to $6,000 for those looking to trade-in their gas-powered car, but base models are not included.

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2025 Rivian R1S Dual Standard $75,900 270 miles
2026 Tesla Model Y Launch Series $59,990 327 miles
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To take advantage of the Rivian R1S lease deal, you must order it before March 15 and take delivery on or before March 31, 2025.

The 2025 Rivian R1S Dual Standard Motor has an EPA-estimated range of up to 270 miles. Tesla’s new Model Y Launch Series gets up to 327 miles.

Which electric SUV would you choose? Rivian’s R1S or the new Tesla Model Y? If you’re ready to check them out for yourself, you can use our links below to find deals on the Rivian R1S and Tesla Model Y in your area.

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