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mpwoz
58 days ago
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Iran Shock Jolts Asia and Europe to Speed Up Energ...
For batteries, GWh is the correct unit though (storage). Just not for panels/generators/etc.
vizzier
58 days ago
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Really the correct unit is Joules, but try convincing anyone of that.
beAbU
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Watt-hours and joules are the same thing, and you are indeed
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correct, but you'll get funny looks if you ask to buy an 18MJ BESS for your home...
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