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EconomyTop US Grid Operator Didn’t Go All-In on Batteries, and Strain Is Showing

The grid operator responsible for keeping the lights on in Philadelphia, Chicago and Washington, DC has declared a record number of energy emergencies this year. California and Texas, once notorious for massive outages, have recorded none.

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BBloomberg News★★★☆☆2026-09-29 13:30Original

Top US Grid Operator Didn’t Go All-In on Batteries, and Strain Is Showing
Top US Grid Operator Didn’t Go All-In on Batteries, and Strain Is ShowingEconomy