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Out of thin air: Solving the energy storage dilemma

Out of thin air: Solving the energy storage dilemma

Two first-of-a-kind technologies in Australia are firming up as options to crack the tough nut of energy storage that lasts much longer than batteries.

Two competing technologies that use different forms of air to store energy are emerging as potential solutions for the thorny problem of long-duration storage needed to smooth out Australia’s bumpy transition to low-carbon energy.

Arguably the most advanced project is the Silver City Energy Storage Centre in Broken Hill, planned by Canada’s Hydrostor, which is aiming to take a final investment decision late this year or early next.

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Original URL: https://www.afr.com/policy/energy-and-climate/out-of-thin-air-solving-the-dilemma-of-long-duration-storage-20240819-p5k3hr