Utility-Scale Battery Surge: California Adds 8.6 GW

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California leads in US utility-scale battery storage, contributing 8.6 GW of the country's 17.5 GW capacity. This dominance enables storage of excess solar and wind energy, reducing grid strain during peak periods. In California, batteries can supply 20% of electricity during peaks, surpassing other sources. This model can aid national energy shifts toward renewables and reduce price volatility.

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