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Thermal Energy Storage Is No Longer Just Hot Air

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As countries transition away from fossil fuels to green sources of energy like wind and solar, there will be natural lulls in energy production due to weather conditions. They gradually lose capacity with each discharge and recharge cycle, and they can be fire hazards. When does it make sense to buy electricity directly from the grid?

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Hydro-Québec and Technifin form partnership to license lithium titanate spinel oxide (LTO) technologies for Li-ion battery applications

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It primarily exploits renewable generating options, in particular hydropower, and supports the development of wind energy through purchases from independent power producers. Hydro-Québec is a public utility that generates, transmits and distributes electricity. Its sole shareholder is the Québec government.