⚡Virginia Lawmakers Are Moving to Strengthen Grid Reliability Read more from Cardinal News about Virginia’s landmark energy storage legislation, which encourages investment in storage to support a more reliable, resilient energy system. The bill has passed with bipartisan support through the Virginia legislature and now awaits Governor Youngkin’s decision. This legislation recognizes that modern energy systems need storage to stay stable and affordable. Investing in Long Duration Energy Storage strengthens reliability, makes energy more affordable for consumers, and drives market confidence in new technologies, while bringing investment and new jobs to Virginia. Read the full article : https://lnkd.in/gCD4mxEz #EnergyStorage #LDES #GridReliability #Infrastructure #VirginiaEnergy #EnergyPolicy
Hydrostor
Renewable Energy Power Generation
Toronto, Ontario 25,984 followers
Developing affordable, low impact, emission free #longduration energy storage using compressed air, gravity, and water
About us
Hydrostor is a leading developer and operator of long-duration energy storage systems. Hydrostor leverages a proven technology solution for delivering long-duration energy storage (eight hours or more) to power grids around the world. Hydrostor’s technology uses compressed air and water to store energy. This patented technology allows grid operators to draw on clean energy, even when there is no sun to fuel solar panels and no wind to generate energy from turbines. Hydrostor has a successful utility scale facility commercially contracted to the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) located in Goderich, Ontario, and two advanced projects under development in Kern County, California and New South Wales, Australia. Hydrostor has an extensive early-stage pipeline of projects in North America, Australia and Europe. Founded in 2010 and with headquarters in Toronto, Canada and offices in Melbourne, Australia and Sacramento, USA, Hydrostor is backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management, the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and other forward-thinking institutional investors, providing financial security to commit to top-tier energy projects.
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http://hydrostor.ca
External link for Hydrostor
- Industry
- Renewable Energy Power Generation
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Toronto, Ontario
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2010
- Specialties
- Compressed Air Energy Storage, Bulk Energy Storage, Flexible Generation, Surplus Baseload Generation, and Flexible Site Selection
Locations
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Primary
333 Bay St
Toronto, Ontario M5H 2R2, CA
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1125 17th St
Denver, Colorado 80202, US
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420 St Kilda Rd
Level 8
Melbourne, Victoria 3004, AU
Employees at Hydrostor
Updates
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Don't miss Hydrostor and Heatmap News' #partnercontent with the Shift Key podcast, hosted by Robinson Meyer and Jesse Jenkins. In Part 3, Mike Munsell wraps up with Scott Bolton, Hydrostor’s EVP of Government & Regulatory Affairs, discussing Hydrostor’s global ambitions beyond the U.S., the need for diverse storage technologies, and the challenges of turning projects into real solutions that drive affordability, reliability, and resilience. 🎧 Listen now: Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gcyBkzwG Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gxq8WHyC Heatmap News: https://lnkd.in/gHXqdPwB #LDES #EnergyStorage #CleanEnergy #GridReliability #EnergyInnovation
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Grid stability is a necessity for the future of energy! As energy demand rises, renewables grow, and extreme weather puts power systems to the test, Long-Duration Energy Storage (LDES) is the key to resilience. Our VP of Government and Regulatory Affairs, Sarah Griffiths Savolaine, sat down with Smart Energy International at Enlit Europe to discuss grid stability, the need for Long Duration Energy Storage, and how Hydrostor’s patented A-CAES technology is ready to secure the power grid of the future. 📽️ Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gZiDit63 🌍 Discover how Hydrostor is securing the power grid of the future: https://hydrostor.ca/ #LDES #EnergyStorage #GridStability #Innovation #EnergySecurity
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We had a great Industry & Business Session in Broken Hill for Hydrostor’s Silver City Energy Storage Project this February, with strong attendance, valuable discussions and positive feedback all around. Thanks to everyone who joined us and made it such a success! We’re keeping the momentum going on March 6th and inviting you to join us for the next Industry & Business Session! Expect project updates, details on contracting opportunities (civil, earthworks, electrical, and more), and the chance to connect with industry leaders. This is your chance to help shape a key infrastructure project for the community. 📢 Register your interest today on the Silver City webpage! Scroll halfway down to find the form https://lnkd.in/g42MrabH #LocalBusiness #InfrastructureOpportunities #LDES #EnergyStorage #GridStability
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Project update! Hydrostor’s Development Application for its Silver City Energy Storage Centre has been approved by the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure! Construction of the 200 MW, 1,600 MWh Silver City project in Broken Hill is set to start later this year, providing vital Long Duration Energy Storage and replacing ageing diesel generators. Once complete, it will form the backbone of a mini-grid, drawing on local renewable energy to power the town independently and protect against future blackouts. 🔗 Full Announcement: https://lnkd.in/g6NwiJ9P 🔒 Real solutions. Real reliability. Check out our Silver City Project: https://lnkd.in/g42MrabH 🌍 Learn how we are shaping the future of energy: https://hydrostor.ca/ #GridStability #EnergySecurity #Hydrostor #LDES #EnergyStorage
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🔊 Hydrostor x Heatmap News Shift Key Podcast 🎙️ Don't miss this #partnercontent with the Shift Key podcast, hosted by Robinson Meyer and Jesse Jenkins. In Part 2, Mike Munsell sits down with Scott Bolton, Hydrostor’s EVP of Government & Regulatory Affairs to discuss the policy and regulatory frameworks shaping LDES adoption, from how federal incentives drive investment to the crucial role of state-level policies in accelerating deployment. 🎧 Listen now: 📌 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gR6pG47i 📌 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gxcEbcEq 📌Heatmap News: https://lnkd.in/gHXqdPwB #LDES #EnergyStorage #CleanEnergy #GridReliability #EnergyInnovation
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🚨 What’s the Problem? Can’t figure out how to keep energy flowing around the clock? Our CEO Curtis VanWalleghem recently sat down with Jacob Goldstein on the "What’s Your Problem?" podcast to discuss how Hydrostor’s A-CAES technology is breaking down one of the biggest roadblocks to modernizing our grid—making sure energy is ready when demand calls, not just when nature cooperates. From fresh ideas to real impact, Curt unpacks the Hydrostor story — how A-CAES works, the evolving energy landscape, and why compressed air storage is ready to take the grid into the future. 🎧 Tune in here: 🔹 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/g7WJwD-Q 🔹 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/g9Ya7phb 🔹 iHeartRadio: https://lnkd.in/eW9j8TG8 #EnergyStorage #GridSecurity #LDES #RenewableEnergy #CleanTech
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Join us at Intersolar & Energy Storage North America in San Diego, CA, from February 25–27! Hydrostor’s VP of Markets and Analysis, Maaz Hasan, will share insights on making LDES more scalable and affordable to enhance grid resilience and drive commercialization. Have questions or want to set up a meeting? 📩 Reach out to us at contact@hydrostor.ca. We look forward to connecting with you in San Diego! #LDES #IESNA #Intersolar2025 #EnergyTransition #GridReliability #EnergyInnovation
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🔊 Hydrostor x Heatmap News Shift Key Podcast 🎙️ Don't miss this #partnercontent with the Shift Key podcast, hosted by Robinson Meyer and Jesse Jenkins. In Part 1, Mike Munsell sits down with Scott Bolton, Hydrostor’s EVP of Government & Regulatory Affairs, to discuss: ✅ Why long-duration energy storage (LDES) is essential for grid reliability and decarbonization. ✅ The challenges of growing electricity demand and how LDES enables a more resilient grid. ✅ How Hydrostor’s A-CAES technology works, using a simple combination of compressed air, underground caverns, and water 🎧 Listen now: 📌 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/eaQNcdSB 📌 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ekrERCGx 📌Heatmap News: https://lnkd.in/gHXqdPwB #LDES #EnergyStorage #CleanEnergy #GridReliability #EnergyInnovation
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📢 Big News! Hydrostor just secured a $200 million USD investment from the Canada Growth Fund, Goldman Sachs Asset Management, and CPP Investments | Investissements RPC, propelling the deployment of Advanced-Compressed Air Energy Storage (A-CAES) projects in Canada and around the world! As energy demand rises, grid reliability is more crucial than ever. Hydrostor’s A-CAES technology delivers long duration storage, ensuring affordable, on-demand power when it's needed most. 🔗 Full Announcement: https://lnkd.in/gwj_bD8M 🔒 Real solutions. Real reliability. That’s energy security in action: https://hydrostor.ca/ 🌍 Learn how we are shaping the future of energy: https://lnkd.in/gaPD9fYr #GridReliability #EnergySecurity #Hydrostor #LongDuration #EnergyStorage
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