Difference between revisions of "Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES)"
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Latest revision as of 10:03, 23 December 2021
Basic Technology Characteristics
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| How it Works: | Air is compressed (charging), stored, and expanded (discharging). |
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| Applications: | Bulk, long-duration services |
| AC RTE Efficiency: | 40-55% |
| Cycle Life: | 30 years |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL): | 9 - Fully Mature |
| Installed Capacity: | ~500 MW |
