Earthlings 2.0 Podcast
#99: Beyond Lithium: How Air, Water, and Rock Could Power the Grid with Hydrostor
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.
Voices on The Show:
- Jon Norman, President of Hydrostor
- Lisa Ann Pinkerton, Earthlings 2.0 Host, CEO of Technica Communications, and Founder of Women in Cleantech and Sustainability
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