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flag Australia tests thermal batteries in Gladstone to cut industrial emissions and costs by storing heat for peak use.

flag Thermal battery technology is being tested in Australia’s Gladstone region to decarbonize heavy industries like aluminum, cement, and chemicals by storing industrial heat for use during peak demand. flag Experts at Climateworks Centre say shifting heat use to times when electricity is abundant and cheap—such as midday—could cut daily operating costs by $3 million, provide 4.4 gigawatts of grid flexibility by 2040, and help reduce emissions by up to 80% through electrification and low-carbon fuels. flag While current operating costs match gas boilers, future carbon pricing and volatile gas prices may make fossil fuel heating less economical. flag Government support, including low-cost financing, is seen as crucial to overcoming high upfront investment barriers and accelerating adoption.

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