Modeling framework can help speed development of flow batteries for large-scale, long-duration electricity storage

In the coming decades, renewable energy sources such as solar and wind will increasingly dominate the conventional power grid. Because those sources only generate electricity when it's sunny or windy, ensuring a reliable grid—one that can deliver power 24/7—requires some means of storing electricity when supplies are abundant and delivering it later when they're not. And because there can be hours and even days with no wind, for example, some energy storage devices must be able to store a large amount of electricity for a long time.

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US smart meter penetration continues steady growth, tops 100M in operation: FERC

Growth in smart meter penetration means utilities will likely continue to increase enrollments in demand response and dynamic pricing programs.