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Today’s Green Deals are led by ENGWE’s Autumn Sale, which has dropped its new entry-level L20 2.0 e-bike to $799 while also giving you $268 in free gear, among many other models. We also spotted a second chance to score Jackery’s new Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station back at its $999 Prime Day low price. Goal Zero’s 500 Lumen Torch Light which also doubles as a 5,200mAh solar charging power bank is getting a nice price cut to $40, while we also have two one-day-only discounts on Anker’s 400W SOLIX PS400 Portable Power Station at $629 and Greenworks’ 80V 26-inch Cordless Electric Hedge Trimmer at $175. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Lectric XP 3.0 Long-Range e-bike flash sale that ends tomorrow or Bluetti’s ongoing post-Prime Day sale, 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.

ENGWE’s L20 2.0 e-bike with 28 MPH top speeds and 68+ miles of range falls to $799

ENGWE has an ongoing Autumn sale that is taking up to $500 off single e-bike models and up to $800 off dual e-bike bundles – plus, you’ll also be getting up to $268 in free gear (including some extra battery options)! One of the best bang-for-your-buck entry-level models is the L20 2.0 e-bike that is down at $799 shipped with $268 in free gear being thrown in with your purchase. It normally sits at $999 since first being released back in March, which already makes it a more affordable model for riders on a budget. We’ve seen it go a bit lower in past sales earlier in the year – hitting $699 at the start of summer, and falling lower to the $659 low by the end of summer. Today, you can add it to your commute with a solid $200 slashed off its going rate, dropping it to the fourth-lowest price we have tracked – just $140 above the all-time low from August. You can learn more about this model by heading below or checking out our hands-on review.

A newer model under ENGWE’s flag, the L20 2.0 e-bike cruises into view with a 750W geared hub motor (peaking at 1,125W) and a 52V 676Wh battery that provides top speeds of 20 MPH when only using its throttle and an even greater 28 MPH when taking advantage of its pedal assistance capabilities. For the price, you’re also getting a decent travel distance here, with throttle-only riding carrying you up to 28 miles while the pedal assistance increases that range up to 68 to 80 miles, depending on conditions.

The L20 2.0 e-bike has been given a folding frame that makes storage and transport outside of riding far less of a hassle – especially considering most folks on a tight commuting budget are likely to live in apartments without garage space (plus it weighs in at about 68 pounds too). It’s also been stocked with some solid features, like mechanical disc brakes on 180 mm rotors, a rear cargo rack, integrated head/tail/brake LED lights, front fork and post suspension, a SHIMANO 7-speed derailleur, puncture-resistant fat tires, and a color LED display.

Notable ENGWE Autumn Sale e-bike deals:

  • Engwe EP-2 Pro e-bike: $1000 (Reg. $1,498)
    • 75-mile max range
    • with extra battery (up to 150-mile range)
  • X20 Triple-Suspension Folding e-bike: $1,099 (Reg. $1,599)
    • with $199 in free gear
    • Dual-battery option available for $100 more
  • LE20 Step-Thru Cargo e-bike: $1,399 (Reg. $1,499)
    • 109-mile travel distance
    • with $268 in free gear
    • Dual-battery option (211 miles) available for $300 more
  • X26 Triple-Suspension Folding e-bike: $1,749 (Reg. $1,999)
    • with dual batteries for 93-mile range + $69 in free gear
  • And even more…

You can browse through the entire lineup of ENGWE’s autumn sale on the landing page here, with discounts on single e-bike purchases and double purchases alike. 

Second chance to grab Jackery’s new Explorer 2000 v2 LiFePO4 power station at return $999 Prime Day low

The official Jackery Amazon storefront is giving folks a second chance to grab its new Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station at Prime Day pricing for $999 shipped. After releasing a few weeks ago at a $1,499 price tag, we’ve already seen a few discounts take costs down lower, with the first being the brand’s Prime Big Deals Day sale that lowered the price to $999 (while only dropping to $1,399 on Amazon), followed by the short Halloween sale that closed out last week at a higher $1,099 rate. Today, you can grab it while it’s back down at the lowest price we have tracked, saving you $500 on this all-new release for your backup power needs. It even beats out Jackery’s website at the moment, where it is listed at full price. There’s also a discounted bundle offer that gives you the power station with two 200W solar panels for $1,599, saving you $900.

Described by Jackery as “the smallest, lightest home backup power” thanks to the exclusive CTB tech and its honeycomb design, the new Explorer 2000 v2 delivers a reliable 2,042Wh LiFePO4 battery capacity alongside 2,200W of power output (surging to 4,400W) that can cover campsites, travel routes, and even home backup for one or more days. There are seven ports here to cover your devices and appliances, with three ACs, two USB-Cs (one of which offers 100W lightning-fast charging), one USB-A, and one car port. It’s also been given the brand’s next-gen ChargeShield 2.0 for 62 forms of protection so you won’t have to worry about charging mishaps during storms, outages, and the like.

It boasts four different options for you to recharge its battery, with a connection to a standard wall outlet getting it back to 80% battery in about 66+ minutes – or, if you need a full capacity for unexpected needs, you can activate its supercharge feature through the companion app to get a full battery in 102+ minutes. Plugging the station into your car for charging will take up to 24 hours, but still gets the job done, while taking advantage of the bundle offer gives you its maximum 400W solar input to fully recharge in 5.5 hours. One more thing to note here is its silent charging mode for when you’ve plugged it in for nighttime use or recharging, as it keeps under 30dB so you or anyone else trying to rest won’t be disturbed.

Goal Zero 500 Lumen Torch Light

Goal Zero’s 500 Lumen Torch light and 5,200mAh solar power bank at $40

Through its official Amazon storefront, Goal Zero is offering its 500 Lumen Torch Light for $39.95 shipped. Usually priced at $50 most of the time, there have been few discounts over 2024, with most keeping costs above $42, with large periods where the price went unmoved or the device was out of stock. In May we saw things drop to $38 before a long stretch at its full price, with the most recent price cut we’ve seen being the short-lived Labor Day discount that dropped things down to the $30 low before going out of stock. It’s back again here today though with a solid 20% markdown that shaves $10 off the tag and gives you the chance to score it at the third-lowest price we have tracked.

This versatile device from Goal Zero delivers multi-functional power over standard light sources, with 500 lumens of bright LED lighting for when you are tinkering in your garage, working outdoors at darker hours, camping in the unlit wilds of the world, or even supporting you through blackouts. The light is provided through either a focused spotlight or a more area-covering flood light, with the unit itself small enough to fit into your hand or even hang above you using the built-in bars. Its internal 5,200mAh battery can even double as a power bank to charge your devices through the USB-C port – plus, when its capacity has been drained, it has an integrated solar panel for recharging when you’re not near any other power source.

Anker 400W SOLIX portable solar panel

Add Anker’s 400W SOLIX PS400 portable solar panel to your setup at $629 for today only

Coming to us through its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the Anker SOLIX PS400 400W Portable Solar Panel for $629 shipped. Normally sitting at $899 at Best Buy and Anker – with a higher $999 starting rate at Amazon, we see this model regularly discounted from Anker’s direct sales events, like the most recent Prime Day sale, as well as occasional one-day discounts like we’re seeing today. While normally keeping above $799 most of the time, we have seen it fall to its lowest $599 rate, with today’s deal coming in slightly higher, but still giving you a solid $270 off the going rate at the second-lowest price we have tracked.

This is a great chance to score some major savings while also upgrading your existing Anker power station setup with solar charging capabilities or greater solar input. The second-largest solar panel from under Anker’s flag (5W under the largest), it boasts a 23% conversion rate with an IP67 waterproof and scratch-resistant design to combat sudden weather changes while it may be in use, alongside a more adjustable paneling layout for four optimized angles no matter the season, location, or time of day. It’s well worth the added charging function at such a large markdown today, so make sure to grab it while you can and don’t be caught off guard when you’re most in need of a backup power solution that can keep going when no other source is nearby.

greenworks 80V 26-inch cordless electric hedge trimmer

Keep limbs in shape with Greenworks’ 80V 26-inch cordless electric hedge trimmer at $175 for today only

Courtesy of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the Greenworks 80V 26-Inch Cordless Electric Hedge Trimmer for $174.99 shipped through the rest of the day. Normally priced at $250, we’ve mainly seen discounts hit this tool’s price tag in these one-day periods, with most of 2024 having seen them drop costs to $175, while July saw a drop further to the $165 low. Today, you can score one for your lawncare toolbox at a solid 30% markdown that slashes $75 off the tag and lands it at the second-lowest price we have tracked.

Powered by a 2.0Ah battery, this 80V cordless hedge trimmer sports the brand’s TRUBRUSHLESS motor and delivers up to 60 minutes of continuous cuts on a single charge so you can shape up your hedges and trees with more efficiency and comfort. It’s been given a 180-degree rotating rear handle alongside an over-molded, wrap-around front handle to provide this comfort, making its handling far easier and safer while trimming at varying angles. Limbs up to 1.1 inches in width will stand no chance against its 26-inch dual-action blades that reach up to 3,200 strokes per minute, letting you maintain a uniformed look year-round.

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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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Europe’s wind power hits 20%, but 3 challenges stall progress

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Wind energy powered 20% of all electricity consumed in Europe (19% in the EU) in 2024, and the EU has set a goal to grow this share to 34% by 2030 and more than 50% by 2050.

To stay on track, the EU needs to install 30 GW of new wind farms annually, but it only managed 13 GW in 2024 – 11.4 GW onshore and 1.4 GW offshore. This is what’s holding the EU back from achieving its wind growth goals.

Three big problems holding Europe’s wind power back

Europe’s wind power growth is stalling for three key reasons:

Permitting delays. Many governments haven’t implemented the EU’s new permitting rules, making it harder for projects to move forward.

Grid connection bottlenecks. Over 500 GW(!) of potential wind capacity is stuck in grid connection queues.

Slow electrification. Europe’s economy isn’t electrifying fast enough to drive demand for more renewable energy.

Brussels-based trade association WindEurope CEO Giles Dickson summed it up: “The EU must urgently tackle all three problems. More wind means cheaper power, which means increased competitiveness.”

Permitting: Germany sets the standard

Permitting remains a massive roadblock, despite new EU rules aimed at streamlining the process. In fact, the situation worsened in 2024 in many countries. The bright spot? Germany. By embracing the EU’s permitting rules — with measures like binding deadlines and treating wind energy as a public interest priority — Germany approved a record 15 GW of new onshore wind in 2024. That’s seven times more than five years ago.

If other governments follow Germany’s lead, Europe could unlock the full potential of wind energy and bolster energy security.

Grid connections: a growing crisis

Access to the electricity grid is now the biggest obstacle to deploying wind energy. And it’s not just about long queues — Europe’s grid infrastructure isn’t expanding fast enough to keep up with demand. A glaring example is Germany’s 900-megawatt (MW) Borkum Riffgrund 3 offshore wind farm. The turbines are ready to go, but the grid connection won’t be in place until 2026.

This issue isn’t isolated. Governments need to accelerate grid expansion if they’re serious about meeting renewable energy targets.

Electrification: falling behind

Wind energy’s growth is also tied to how quickly Europe electrifies its economy. Right now, electricity accounts for just 23% of the EU’s total energy consumption. That needs to jump to 61% by 2050 to align with climate goals. However, electrification efforts in key sectors like transportation, heating, and industry are moving too slowly.

European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen has tasked Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen with crafting an Electrification Action Plan. That can’t come soon enough.

More wind farms awarded, but challenges persist

On a positive note, governments across Europe awarded a record 37 GW of new wind capacity (29 GW in the EU) in 2024. But without faster permitting, better grid connections, and increased electrification, these awards won’t translate into the clean energy-producing wind farms Europe desperately needs.

Investments and corporate interest

Investments in wind energy totaled €31 billion in 2024, financing 19 GW of new capacity. While onshore wind investments remained strong at €24 billion, offshore wind funding saw a dip. Final investment decisions for offshore projects remain challenging due to slow permitting and grid delays.

Corporate consumers continue to show strong interest in wind energy. Half of all electricity contracted under Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) in 2024 was wind. Dedicated wind PPAs were 4 GW out of a total of 12 GW of renewable PPAs. 

Read more: Renewables could meet almost half of global electricity demand by 2030 – IEA

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Podcast: New Tesla Model Y unveil, Mazda 6e, Aptera solar car production-intent, more

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In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the official unveiling of the new Tesla Model Y, Mazda 6e, Aptera solar car production-intent, and more.

The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.

As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

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BYD’s new Han L EV just leaked in China and it’s a monster

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The Chinese EV leader is launching a new flagship electric sedan. BYD’s new Han L EV leaked in China on Friday, revealing a potential Tesla Model S Plaid challenger.

What we know about the BYD Han L EV so far

We knew it was coming soon after BYD teased the Han L on social media a few days ago. Now, we are learning more about what to expect.

BYD’s new electric sedan appeared in China’s latest Ministry of Industry and Information Tech (MIIT) filing, a catalog of new vehicles that will soon be sold.

The filing revealed four versions, including two EV and two PHEV models. The Han L EV will be available in single- and dual-motor configurations. With a peak power of 580 kW (777 hp), the single-motor model packs more power than expected.

BYD’s dual-motor Han L gains an additional 230 kW (308 hp) front-mounted motor. As CnEVPost pointed out, the vehicle’s back has a “2.7S” badge, which suggests a 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) sprint time of just 2.7 seconds.

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BYD Han L EV (Source: China MIIT)

To put that into perspective, the Tesla Model S Plaid can accelerate from 0 to 100 km in 2.1 seconds. In China, the Model S Plaid starts at RBM 814,900, or over $110,000. Speaking of Tesla, the EV leader just unveiled its highly anticipated Model Y “Juniper” refresh in China on Thursday. It starts at RMB 263,500 ($36,000).

BYD already sells the Han EV in China, starting at around RMB 200,000. However, the single front motor, with a peak power of 180 kW, is much less potent than the “L” model. The Han EV can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds.

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BYD Han L EV (Source: China MIIT)

At 5,050 mm long, 1,960 mm wide, and 1,505 mm tall with a wheelbase of 2,970 mm, BYD’s new Han L is roughly the size of the Model Y (4,970 mm long, 1,964 mm wide, 1,445 mm tall, wheelbase of 2,960 mm).

Other than that it will use a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) pack from BYD’s FinDreams unit, no other battery specs were revealed. Check back soon for the full rundown.

Source: CnEVPost, China MIIT

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