Government invests £28m to develop ultra-long duration energy storage
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Government invests £28m to develop ultra-long duration energy storage

25 Aug 2026 · Originally published 25 Aug 2026 8/10 Original headline: UK backs ultra-long duration energy storage with £28m investment
The UK government is funding new projects focused on advanced battery technology and underground hydrogen storage capable of holding clean electricity for four days or more. By allowing the grid to store surplus renewable power for longer, this investment aims to reduce reliance on gas-fired generation and improve the country's energy security.
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