Aurora: Smart grids and storage present £6bn opportunity

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New analysis from Aurora Energy Research predicts around 13GW of flexible and distributed generation assets set to be deployed through to 2030

The fledgling market for batteries and other forms of flexible power generation is set for rapid expansion over the coming decade, according to a new analysis from Aurora Energy Research. The analyst...

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