Energy Storage News•about 2 months ago
Rye Development advances 2,128MWh pumped hydro project at former Kentucky coal mine
Key Takeaway
This large-scale pumped hydro project signals a growing trend in long-duration energy storage, offering critical grid stability and firm capacity for developers and large power consumers, particularly through the repurposing of former fossil fuel sites.
AI Summary
- •Rye Development, in partnership with LG&E and KU, is advancing a 266MW/2,128MWh pumped hydro energy storage (PHES) project in Kentucky.
- •The project, located at a former coal mine, represents a significant long-duration energy storage solution, providing 8 hours of storage capacity.
- •This large-scale PHES facility offers critical grid stability, capacity, and flexibility, which is highly valuable for integrating intermittent renewables and firming power for large industrial loads and data centers.
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Article Content
Developer Rye Development are partnering with Kentucky, US utility companies Louisville Gas and Electric (LG&E) and Kentucky Utilities (KU), on a 266MW/2,128MWh pumped hydro energy storage (PHES) project.