We have both a hydro-electric and nuclear power plant nearby and both use electricity storage solutions. One uses a battery array, the other is much more interesting.
Air is pumped into underground cavities during off-peak hours. This is then released during peak hours to drive turbine systems for additional production..
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We have both a hydro-electric and nuclear power plant nearby and both use electricity storage solutions. One uses a battery array, the other is much more interesting. Air is pumped into underground cavities during off-peak hours. This is then released during peak hours to drive turbine systems for additional production..