Choosing the Right Energy Storage Technology

When considering energy storage technologies, two important factors are the cost per kilowatt for power and the cost per kilowatt hour for storage. While batteries excel in power output, their dominance in energy storage might be challenged in the long run by other technologies with lower storage costs. Presently, Palm-Tai-Dros outperforms batteries significantly. Despite batteries' suitability for short durations and vehicles, they may not be the most cost-effective option for long-duration storage. Alternative technologies like new variants of Palm-Tai-Dros or compressed energy storage adiabatic could potentially offer more economical solutions for very long duration storage in the future.