We will focus on a small scale storage system that is optimum for anyone to use with their residential system regardless of their energy source. By utilizing Compressed air as a means of storing energy It is easily transported and utilizes every bit of space the system will take up.  Since the larger Systems use Caverns for storage transportation is only viable with a small system such as the one our company intends to create.

2.      How will you address the limitations for utilization on both small and large scales since this somewhat of a newer technology? What energy storage type at both a small and large scale has the most advantages and what energy type is that mostly associated with? (All Biofuels, No Breaks)

CAES has applications both small and large scale. It can be implemented in residential households to store excess energy production. It can also be utilized on large scales using geological caverns. 

3. How do you plan on combating intermittent energy such as wind and solar? What kind of grid energy storage technologies do you plan on implementing to prevent losses due to excess? (Conservation Corps)

With CAES technology energy is stored during low demand periods and used when demand is high. the ideal solution to address the issue of excess Power 

 
4. What is the current global dependence on batteries of various sizes and what are the environmental implications of the current global disposal method? What are the materials that can not be recycled? and are there innovations in the works to create an environmentally responsible, cradle to cradle battery? (KCTD Storage)   

With CAES, there would be no need for continued reliance on batteries as we know them. This would reduce the cost and environmental impact associated with today’s batterey by effectively replacing them with a cleaner, more efficient, and reliable alternative.

5. How do you plan to mitigate the capital cost of storing energy  in the form of batteries to consumer? Assuming that the capital cost of a lithium ion battery ends up costing the consumer $0.30/kWh over its lifetime? (H2Opportunity)

By creating a simple, relitivly small yet efficient CAES system. Capital costs are low and will stay low being a reusable technology. This will no doubt change the way we think about a battery.

6.Is it more cost effective to use a battery or fuel cell to store power or to use two different sources of energy during the different season, times of day, or times of the year? (Such as solar and hydroelectric) (FissionChips)

CAES technology is the most effective and efficient way to store energy. 

7.What materials are necessary for constructing batteries and fuel cells, and what are the potential social, environmental, and political issues with obtaining these materials? (Ocean Commocean)

The materials behind a 
CAES system are common and post no negative impacts on the environment so there would be no political or social issues associated with this technology. 

8.Do you have any new technological advancements or suggestions to increase the efficiency in which we store our energy that is produced and not used by the American consumer. (Biofuel Boyz)

By creating A Compact CAES system efficiency goes up and cost goes down allowing a product that could easily become the worlds standard for energy storage.

9.what is the life span on different storage systems ? how will this effect cost if we installed more and how can we improve the systems we have now? (geothermal A)

The lifespan of different storage systems vary due to the materials that they are made of. We can improve the systems that are currently in place by changing how the world sees energy and adapt the systems in place to more efficient and effective methods. 

10.Do you have any plans to incorporate fuel cells and batteries on a larger scale? If so how could you use them to power a city street? A city? A county? Even possibly a state or the whole country? ((Bio)Fueling the Future)

Fuel cells will not be necessary with CAES. By using compressed air as a means to store and capture energy we will be able to make a custom system that can be utilized almost anywhere For any number of applications.

11.Solar panels degrade due to thermal cycling, UV exposure, and mechanical damage. Is there any way to mitigate this and lengthen a panel’s lifespan? (NOTABOMB-NUCLEAR)

Im sure through research and testing solar technology can be improved overall.

12.What renewable energy sources are least limited by storage? (i.e. renewable energy sources that consistently produce a steady amount of energy that is not reliant on weather) (sun worshippers). 

Natural gas has been used with CAES and hydro power provides a seeming limitless amount of energy that can be harnessed from any flowing water source.  

14.How will old batteries be recycled and disposed, and what implications do these methods have on the surrounding environment?(Sea Breeze)

Batteries will not be necessary with a CAES system, so this should not be an issue.