1. Missouri Utility Looks to Energy Storage to Extend Life of Substation

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    Missouri Utility Looks to Energy Storage to Extend Life of Substation

    A municipal utility in Springfield, Missouri, is testing the potential of old-school lead batteries to help manage peak demand and extend the life of equipment. City Utilities of Springfield, Missouri, announced a partnership last year with a hometown battery manufacturer, NorthStar Battery, on a pilot project to integrate energy storage at a substation serving a growing area of the city.

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