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The POWER Interview: Zinc-Air Batteries Make Strides
Energy storage already is transforming power generation, and most industry analysts say the potential for storage is limited only by its technology. As batteries improve and certainly as they become more durable, safer, and cost-effective to install energy storage will continue to be deployed in more places.
Zinc-air batteries have long been used in a variety of devices. They are lightweight, compact, and made of less-flammable materials than other batteries. Researchers have been working on new zinc-air designs that can be used for many applications, including in microgrids, commercial and industrial buildings, and even residential settings. It’s being done with an eye toward providing a low-cost, long-duration energy storage