Policy · 3h ago
US Grid Runs at Half Capacity, New Tech Could Unlock $100B Savings
The U.S. uses only 40-55% of its grid capacity because it's built for peak demand, which occurs just a few days per year. Technologies like battery storage, smart thermostats, and flexible data centers can boost utilization. A 10% increase in utilization could save Americans over $100 billion in the next decade.
Meridian48 take
The article rightly highlights a massive inefficiency, but scaling these technologies faces regulatory and market hurdles that the piece glosses over.
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