Energy Transition

EU and Bill Gates fund back superhot brick batteries to help green industry

Three heat battery facilities will help decarbonise food, clean fuel and chemical production across Europe by storing excess wind and solar power for when it’s needed

The Rondo system uses electric heating elements, like those in a toaster or oven, to heat thousands of tons of brick up to temperatures of 1,500°C.
The Rondo system uses electric heating elements, like those in a toaster or oven, to heat thousands of tons of brick up to temperatures of 1,500°C.Photo: Rondo Energy
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Published 26 June 2024, 15:19Updated 26 June 2024, 15:19
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