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Engineering study begins for 500 MW compressed air energy storage project

26 Aug, 2022

 

  • We have selected Kiewit Engineering Group to advance studies for the Willow Rock Energy Storage Center, California’s largest standalone energy storage project.
  • Using Advanced Compressed Air Energy Storage (A-CAES) technology, it offers affordable, large-scale, emissions-free storage, powering 400,000 homes for 8 hours.  
  • The project has a lifespan of over 50 years, emits no toxins, and supports grid stability.
  • Goldman Sachs Asset Management committed $250 million, reflecting the demand for long-duration energy storage.
  • The California Energy Commission aims to procure 1,000 MW of such storage by 2026-2028. 

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