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Old EV batteries seen as fix for Europe's wasted renewable energy
Original: ‘A gold mine’: How old EV batteries could help prevent Europe from wasting solar and wind energy
Used electric vehicle batteries could be given a second life as large-scale storage, helping Europe hold on to the solar and wind power that is currently wasted when supply exceeds demand. Reporting describes the retired batteries as 'a gold mine' for the energy transition, since they can store cheap renewable electricity and release it when the grid needs it, easing curtailment and supporting Europe's shift away from fossil fuels.
Why now: Interest in battery storage is growing as Europe scales up renewables and looks for ways to cut wasted clean energy.
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- ‘A gold mine’: How old EV batteries could help prevent Europe from wasting solar and wind energy · Euronews.com
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