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Compressed Air Can Compete and Thrive in Lithium Age: Q&A

3 Mar, 2020

  • Our CEO, Curtis VanWalleghem discusses the limitations of lithium-ion batteries in long-term energy storage and advocates for alternative technologies like compressed air storage.
  • Our system compresses and stores air in underground caverns, offering a more cost-effective and scalable solution.
  • The company’s focus is on replacing coal or gas infrastructure, optimizing renewable energy mix, and providing peaking capacity in urban areas.
  • Despite challenges, compressed air storage presents advantages over lithium-ion batteries in terms of cost, efficiency, and safety concerns.
  • With projects underway in Canada, the US, Chile, and Australia, we aim to revolutionize the energy storage landscape.

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