"Batteries are a linchpin for unlocking solar and wind energy's full potential by soaking up excess green energy and then discharging it when the wind isn't blowing or the sun isn't shining."
"The steep drop in battery costs is now allowing energy-storage technology to be deployed in conjunction with natural gas to provide more reliable power for data centers."
"What we are learning in this new AI era is that they can also be used as a tool for fossil fuel power because their technological advantages make it possible to build and operate an optimal energy system."
Data center operators are seeking solutions for power demands driven by artificial intelligence. A notable trend is the pairing of batteries with fossil fuel generation. BloombergNEF reports that 4.9 gigawatts of energy storage announcements are co-located with fossil fuel generation at data centers, representing 32% of global battery capacity. This combination is popular among major AI data center projects. Batteries enhance the reliability of power supply, especially when gas plants cannot operate continuously, filling gaps in power needs and protecting gas turbines from damage.
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