PG&E Proposes World’s Biggest Batteries to Replace South Bay Gas Plants

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By info@greentechmedia.comJul 2, 2018, 3:23 pm219 pts
California utility PG&E wants to prove that massive batteries can replace gas peaker plants and save ratepayers money. The company asked regulators to approve four energy storage plants to provide local capacity for the South Bay/Moss Landing sub-area. The request includes two of the largest battery systems…

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