Pumped storage hydro power - what is that?

Did you know that pumped storage hydropower is the U.S. electricity grid's largest form of energy storage?

Energy storage is one of the challenges that needs to be solved in order to bring more renewable energy sources into the energy mix.


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The energy mix around the world

Where you live can have a big impact on the forms of energy you use.

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Wind and hydro join forces for symbiotic energy system

GE pilot project in Germany will feature giant wind-powered water towers


Energy Matters

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