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Chinese longer-duration batteries could weaken the electricity grid

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OilPrice examines how Chinese longer duration batteries may undercut the rationale for the current electricity grid, arguing that energy storage could reduce the need for parts of the existing transmission setup.

The outlet also raises concerns that cyber threats, including foreign hackers, and potentially unsafe AI programs could accelerate grid instability and further weaken the traditional grid model.

The article frames its discussion around how long-distance, high-voltage transmission networks were built to deliver low cost power from distant energy sources, such as remote hydro or mine-mouth coal plants.

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