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Can a 'secret sauce' help store renewable energy?

Can a 'secret sauce' help store renewable energy?
BBC England Thursday 11 June 2026, 05:33 UTC 1 min read
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A 100-year-old idea for hydro electricity generation is being refashioned to help the energy crisis.

A 100-year-old idea for hydro electricity generation is being refashioned to help the energy crisis.
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