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Quidnet Energy Marks a Breakthrough in Its Technology
Kalin Ned — February 27, 2025Quidnet Energy has achieved a significant milestone by successfully demonstrating its Geomechanical Energy Storage technology at a megawatt-hour scale. This confirms the innovation's readiness for commercial deployment.
Quidnet Energy's Geomechanical Energy Storage technology uses excess grid electricity to store pressurized water underground, which can later be released to generate reliable, long-duration power. Testing at the company's Houston site validated key performance metrics, including minimal self-discharge and capacity degradation. The results positioned Quidnet Energy's Geomechanical Energy Storage as a durable solution for grid stability.
This breakthrough comes at a critical time, as increasing electricity demand from industrial electrification, AI data centers, and weather-related grid challenges highlight the need for scalable energy storage. Supported by a $10 million investment from Hunt Energy Network, Quidnet is preparing for large-scale projects, including a 300 MW partnership in Texas.