#99: Beyond Lithium: How Air, Water, and Rock Could Power the Grid with Hydrostor

Mar 4, 2025

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In this episode of Earthlings 2.0, we speak with Jon Norman, President of Hydrostor, about the critical role of energy storage in supporting a cleaner grid. Jon discusses Hydrostor’s Advanced Compressed Air Energy Storage (A-CAES) technology, which leverages air, water, and rock to store and release energy efficiently. The conversation covers how this scalable solution addresses renewable energy intermittency, the potential to replace fossil-fuel-driven peaker plants, and the increasing policy support for long-duration energy storage as the grid transitions away from fossil fuels.

Key Points:

Long-Duration Storage for a Reliable Grid: Jon explains that as fossil fuel plants retire, scalable energy storage like A-CAES is crucial for balancing renewable energy and ensuring grid stability.
A-CAES as a Clean Alternative to Peaker Plants: By using compressed air, water, and underground rock formations, Hydrostor’s technology provides a sustainable and efficient way to store energy and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Growing Policy & Market Support: Governments worldwide are recognizing the need for long-duration storage, driving investments and policy mandates to accelerate clean energy adoption.

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