5-gigawatt-hour thermal energy storage system in South Dakota

Started by rcjordan, May 31, 2026, 01:44:39 PM

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rcjordan


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QuoteExisting rate structures don't always reflect such nuances, so project developers don't see savings from using cheap, clean power and can't capitalize on their ability to help balance the grid.

This is a really big, untapped solution.

I now have 30KW hours of battery at my house. For 5 months per year, I can't use that because even in a 10-day power outage, I'll generate more than I use.

If we had variable pricing, I would sell high and buy low and prioritize recharging for free off my panels. But it isn't currently possible.

And then once you reach a critical mass of people with 100KWH batteries parked in the driveway...