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Today’s Green Deals are led by the first of EcoFlow’s Valentine’s Day flash sales, with both a RIVER 2 Pro solar generator bundle and the DELTA Pro Ultra Portable Power Station at up to 42% off and starting from $599. Next, we have various sizes of Camplux’s electric tankless water heaters (8kW to 27kW) for under-sink and whole-bathroom support alike, all starting from a new $170 low. There’s also Worx’s Nitro Hydroshot Plus 20V 710 PSI portable electric pressure washer that is down at a new $140 low, as well as the return of Govee’s Smart Electric Composter at $300. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Heybike ALPHA e-bike preorder discount, Aiper’s Valentine’s 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.

EcoFlow’s first Valentine’s flash sale takes up to 42% off the RIVER 2 Pro and DELTA Pro Ultra power stations from $599

As part of its ongoing Valentine’s Day sale, EcoFlow is offering the first of its scheduled flash sales, with two power station setups seeing up to 42% discounts through the rest of the day. The first of these offers is for on-the-go backup needs, giving you the RIVER 2 Pro Portable Power Station bundled with a 160W solar panel for $599 shipped. This traveling package would normally cost you $1,048 at full price, which we only saw go lower to $549 during Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales. It’s coming in here at the second-lowest price we have tracked, saving you $449 and even beating out its Amazon pricing by $50.

Sitting on the larger end of EcoFlow’s RIVER series, the RIVER 2 Pro arrives ready to support your campsites and provide short-term backup power with its 768Wh LiFePO4 capacity. The X-boost tech installed in this unit provides up to 1,600W of power output through its eight ports, giving it the means to “run 80% of home appliances.” It’s a handy model for last-minute adventurers thanks to the fast charging that recharges the entire battery in just 70 minutes connected to a wall outlet, with a USB-C and car port option, as well. With this being a bundle deal, you’ll be able to take advantage of its solar charging capabilities right out of the box, giving you a full battery in up to 9 hours (with times cut down between 3.5 to 4.5 hours when utilizing its maximum 220W solar input).

The second of these flash offerings is tailored to help you begin or expand your whole home backup setup, with EcoFlow’s DELTA Pro Ultra Portable Power Station down at $4,899 shipped, from $6,098. It starts with a 6.1kWh LiFePO4 capacity and 7,200W of max output power that you can further expand to 90kWh and 21.6kW output with more equipment. Aside from the obvious assistance it can provide by directly connecting your appliances and devices to it, with the brand’s Smart Home Panel 2 added in, this unit supports you through blackouts with auto-switchover on your breakers, with it also analyzing your power usage to offset peak rates and being able to solar charge via roof panels. It gains mobility via the wheels, with it also boasting an IP54 dust-proof and splash-proof build that can withstand temperatures from -4 to 113 degrees.

Be sure to check out the full extent of EcoFlow’s Valentine’s Day sale that is running through February 23, and keep an eye out for the other scheduled flash sales on February 15, 19, and 20. If you’re planning on grabbing the DELTA 3 Plus power station, specifically, we have an exclusive $541 low price on the unit coming from Wellbots that is still active and worth taking advantage of.

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Various Camplux electric tankless water heaters for sinks, showers, more at up to 40% off starting from a $170 low

Camplux’s official Amazon storefront is offering some solid savings across a selection of its electric tankless water heaters, with things starting lowest for the 8kW model that is down at $169.99 shipped. Normally running you $190, this smaller unit doesn’t get discounts as frequently as its larger counterparts, with today’s deal being the lowest price we’ve seen it go, shaving $20 off the tag. While this is an under-sink unit, you’ll find more options below the fold for whole-bathroom coverage.

Whether you’re living in an older home, a vacation cabin, or need extra support, this 8kW under-sink tankless water heater from Camplux arrives ready to contribute to the household’s support in a compact unit that conveniently fits in “cabinets, bathrooms, garages, basements, and other tight space.” Once you’ve got it installed and running, you don’t have to “wait more than 3 seconds to get plenty of hot water,” with 1-degree increments available between 86 and 131 degrees. There are plenty of safety protections built right in, like against overheating, anti-dry heating, water-electricity separation, and more – plus, the low-consumption heating rods deliver “efficiency up to 99.8% and saving 60% water heating costs for your home.” Keep in mind before buying: it requires a minimum 0.47 GPM water flow to activate alongside double-pole 40A breakers, a wire gauge of 1 x 8 AWG, and a 1/2-inch NPT connection.

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Worx’s Nitro Hydroshot Plus 20V 710 PSI portable electric pressure washer hits new $140 low

Amazon is offering the Worx Nitro Hydroshot Plus 20V 710 PSI Portable Electric Pressure Washer for $139.99 shipped. Recently fetching $170 at full price these days after falling from its original $210 rate earlier in 2024, it was mainly seen last year keeping to its MSRP, dropping as low as $145 during Black Friday sales. That rate is getting beaten out here today by this $30 markdown ($70 off its original tag), dropping things lower than we’ve ever seen in time for you to prep for spring’s arrival and all the outdoor cleaning that may be waiting for you.

This portable electric pressure washer from Worx comes stocked with an upgraded Brushless Motor 2.0 over its predecessors, powered by the included 4.0Ah Power Share PRO battery (with a charger for it too). Weighing in at just 4.41 pounds, it provides a lower setting for light-duty cleanings and a higher setting that reaches its max 710 PSI for more stubborn grime hanging around. There’s a 20-foot draw hose that provides a continuous water flow of 0.9 GPM, as well as an IPX5 waterproof rating on the device. It features a 5-in-1 multi-spray nozzle that can switch between a 0-degree direct spray, 15 degrees, 25 degrees, or a 40-degree radius – plus, there’s a watering setting for rinses.

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Transform food waste into nutritious soil with Govee’s Smart Electric Composter at $300

Govee’s official Amazon storefront is offering its Smart Electric Composter at $299.99 shipped. Usually carrying a $500 price tag with it since releasing back in October, we’ve mainly seen it bouncing back and forth between $350 and its full rate since early December, with occasional drops lower to $300, like we’re seeing today. This is a solid $200 in savings that you’ll benefit from here, dropping costs to the lowest price we have seen since Black Friday and the third-lowest overall – $50 above the low that hasn’t reappeared since it first hit the market.

Adding Govee’s Smart Electric Composter to your kitchen ensures you’ll not only have a better means to track and cut down on food waste (thanks to the digital records it provides), but also get low-cost soil that is ripe with nutrients for your plants. There are three main performance modes here, complete with voice controls via Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri, as well as remote smart controls through its companion app, which also provides safety notifications when anything may go wrong with its system. And don’t worry about stinking up your kitchen either, as its been given two interchangeable filters to prevent odors from permeating the space.

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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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Nobody wants a Cybertruck – including Tesla! Plus: Nissan news, pricey solar

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On today’s downright giddy episode of Quick Charge, at least one Cybertruck owner is sick of people making fun of his ride – but Tesla won’t let him trade it in. Plus, the Associated Press reports that Tesla is suing its own customers, and Nissan is adding AI to its EVs to its record time.

Bloggers and journalists might be in trouble if they keep writing about Tesla’s shortcomings – especially in China, where the company has allegedly been using its pull with the government to put pressure on journalists to keep their spin on the company positive. We’ve also got some new pics of the upcoming 2026 Nissan LEAF and a story about the rising cost of solar under Trump’s second administration.

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17 clean energy projects will be built on former Appalachian coal mines

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The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and the Cumberland Forest Limited Partnership are turning former Appalachian coal mines into clean energy hubs. They just announced new agreements with Sun Tribe Development and ENGIE to build 14 solar farms and three battery storage systems across 360 acres in Virginia, Tennessee, and Kentucky.

This marks the second round of clean energy projects launched under TNC’s Cumberland Forest Project.

These projects aren’t just about clean energy – they’re about proving that clean energy can be developed on former Appalachian coal mines in a way that benefits the environment and local communities. The solar and storage hubs are expected to bring in more local tax revenue, create short-term construction jobs, and establish a community fund to support additional local initiatives.

Brad Kreps, TNC Clinch Valley director, said, “Developing projects on former coal mines – and in a way that engages with people in the local area so that communities can benefit – takes ingenuity, skill, and determination. Ultimately, we selected Sun Tribe and ENGIE, two experienced developers that have a great interest in bringing this vision to life.”

Once online, these projects will generate around 49 megawatts (MW) of solar energy and 320 MW of battery storage – enough to power 6,638 Appalachian homes annually.

Sun Tribe’s projects will be in Virginia and Tennessee. It’s planning one 5 MW solar project and three utility-scale battery storage systems ranging from 80 MW to 150 MW. These storage projects will improve grid reliability and help cut costs for utility customers by reducing the need for future grid upgrades.

“Locating solar and battery storage on former mine lands makes perfect sense to us,” said Danny Van Clief, CEO of Sun Tribe Development. “These sites and the communities they rest within have powered our country for more than a century – all we have to do is reimagine them for today’s energy technology.”

ENGIE, meanwhile, is developing 13 community-scale solar projects across Virginia, Tennessee, and Kentucky that will take advantage of Inflation Reduction Act incentives to help keep costs down. They’ll range in size from 1 MW to 6 MW, bringing clean energy access to more local communities.

“ENGIE is thrilled to collaborate on the development of these projects with The Nature Conservancy,” says Kristen Fornes, ENGIE head of distributed solar and storage. “These initiatives not only contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions but also generate employment opportunities, rejuvenate local communities, and enhance access to clean energy in areas where it is most needed.”

This latest announcement builds on previous first-round work by TNC, Sun Tribe, and Dominion Energy to bring renewable energy to Appalachia. Since 2021, Sun Tribe and Dominion Energy have been working on plans to generate 140 MW of renewable energy across eight sites in the Cumberland Forest. The first project, Wildcats Solar, is a 10 MW array planned for Wise County, Virginia. Expected to start construction by 2026, it’s projected to generate $800,000 in tax revenue for the community over its lifetime. Additional projects from the first round are set to be online by 2029.

Read more: Renewables provided 90% of new US capacity in 2024 – FERC

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US State Department has budget line for ‘Armored Teslas’ worth $400 million

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The US State Department’s procurement forecast for the 2025 budget includes an item called “Armored Teslas” worth $400 million.

But worry not; it was approved under the Biden Administration, so Elon Musk’s DOGE will undoubtedly eliminate this waste. Right?

Elon Musk and his team at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are currently examining a large amount of US government spending.

It’s unclear if he got to the US State Department’s procurement forecast because there are a few interesting lines that would give auditors second thoughts.

The most interesting one is “Armored Tesla (Production Units)”, which is worth $400 million. Strangely, the item is listed under the NAICS code “311999 – All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing.”

The program has a target for delivery in Q4 through the next 5 years.

There are several other similar and strange budgeted items that are linked to the wrong categories:

You have “ARMORED SEDAN” under “Soft Drink Manufacturing,” “ARMORED BMW X5/X7” under “Bottled Water Manufacturing,” and finally, ARMORED EV (NOT SEDAN) under “Ice Manufacturing.”

However, all these other armored vehicle-related items are budgeted at a fraction of the $400 million for Tesla vehicles ($50 million, $40 million, and $40 million, respectively).

The State Department procurement forecast website mentions that the list was last updated in December – before Trump entered office.

Electrek has contacted the State Department for a comment, and we will update you if we get an answer.

Tesla has claimed that its Cybertruck is “armored” and “bulletproof”, but its armored capacity is quite limited. It can likely deflect low-velocity bullets if they hit the doors, but that’s about it.

Other companies have been planning to modify the Cybertruck with higher levels of armor, like the partnership between Unplugged Performance and Archimedes Defense – pictured above.

Electrek’s Take

I am not against armored electric vehicles. If you need armored vehicles, you might as well make them electric.

However, this is certainly weird. Why does the State Department need $530 million worth of armored vehicles? And why is it listed under a bunch of unrelated categories that don’t make sense?

Sounds like a job for DOGE? However, Elon will need to recuse himself from that one, I guess.

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