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Old EV batteries could store Europe's wasted solar and wind energy
Original: How old EV batteries could help prevent Europe from wasting solar and wind energy https://www. euronews.com/2026/09/28/a
A Euronews report describes how retired electric vehicle batteries could be given a second life as stationary storage, helping Europe soak up surplus solar and wind power that would otherwise be wasted. The piece frames old EV packs as an underused resource for the continent's energy transition, and it is circulating among people discussing renewables, EVs and EU energy policy.
Why now: Europe is pushing to cut renewable energy curtailment and battery reuse is a timely part of that debate.
EuronewsEuropean Unionelectric vehiclessolar powerwind power
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