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There are a number of ways that energy is stored within various technologies. Additionally, the market for energy storage is booming, making today one of the best eras for the industry. This article will focus on several aspects of the energy storage industry, including its applications, benefits, the difference with utility scale energy storage, and its market, benefits, and applications. Finally, there will be two Case Studies surrounding the Moss Landing Energy Storage Power Plant and the Alamitos Energy Site. Both of these projects have been leaders in energy storage and this article will go over what sets them apart in the industry.
What you will learn
- Learn the difference between energy storage and utility energy storage
- Outline the benefits of each at different scales
- Determine the applications of both storage scales
- Gain insight on the market of storage/utility storage energy
- Learn about Moss Landing and Alamitos Energy sites
