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Re:Goldman Sachs invests $250M in compressed air energy storage by PaulDavisThe1st on Wednesday January 12, 2022 @12:10PM (#29909619)
That wikipedia page says:

> Compared to traditional batteries, CAES systems can store energy for longer periods of time and have less upkeep.

Sometimes the cost per MW/hr or equivalent is not the only metric worth thinking about.

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Re:Goldman Sachs invests $250M in compressed air energy storage by tradesurplus on Wednesday January 12, 2022 @12:55PM (#29910408)
Plus, always a good idea to hedge: against lithium shortages / gouging and battery supply chain disruptions.
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