Innovative Energy Storage Solutions in China

The chapter delves into China's power grid, discussing the stability, recent power outages, and the country's rapid increase in solar and wind energy capacity. It focuses on pumped storage hydro power (PSH) and an innovative energy storage system using massive concrete blocks as a form of large-scale battery. The conversation explores the physics behind energy conversion, efficiency comparisons with traditional batteries, and the role of computer systems in managing energy storage duration and operational processes.