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Our expert Ton Voermans on neighborhood batteries: Smart for small districts, not for rural areas

Our expert Ton Voermans on neighborhood batteries: Smart for small districts, not for rural areas

A neighborhood battery in Gorssel allows 35 homes to operate efficiently despite grid constraints. Energy expert Ton Voermans evaluates the project, noting that while such solutions work well for small residential areas, they may not be suitable for rural regions.

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