Vital steps forward in Irish energy storage

The term “energy storage” is one that we are going to become accustomed to in the coming decade, as the payoffs around renewable energy start to bear fruit.Simply put, energy storage is exactly what it sounds like — capturing energy like electricity in order for it to be used later. That means if there is an excess of energy being produced through the likes of wind, then the excess can be captured in order to be used down the line or on other things that need energy.To industry people, it seems like the advantages are self-explanatory, more bang for your energy buck and saving of costs and more. But for a consumer, is it something of which they should be aware?If a report unveiled around Energy Storage Ireland’s annual conference last month is anything to go by, then consumers will also be winners as the burgeoning industry gets stronger.It will also play a part in the…

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