Retired EV Batteries Scored a New Gig: Bolstering Texas’ Grid

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By By Arcelia MartinFeb 17, 2026, 5:00 am88 ptsTrending
After reaching the end of their automotive careers, the batteries have been repurposed and are online in Texas. By Arcelia Martin In the midday hours, prices plummet. An excess of energy produced across Texas, largely due to the state’s solar and wind fleet, signals it’s a good time to buy. It’s then that…

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