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Offline sparksy

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Alternative to pumped hydro using old mines
« on: October 31, 2024, 11:13:02 AM »
Read this article today. reusing old mine shafts and a counterweight in similar concept to pumped hydro.  Solves 2 problems at once.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-31/abandoned-outback-mines-revived-by-stored-solar-renewable-energy/104527590

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Re: Alternative to pumped hydro using old mines
« Reply #1 on: November 01, 2024, 01:39:48 PM »
We'll have cheap power in no time! :cheers: