Storages in times of energy crisis: Carnot battery plant successfully stores first kilowatthours

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After the launch of a Carnot battery pilot plant and successful proof-of-concept, extensive testing campaigns are now starting in the laboratories of the institute. The pilot plant is so far unique in this form. From the experimental results, the researchers at EVT expect to gain new insights into the operating behavior and optimization potential of Carnot batteries as a storage technology for future energy systems.