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Table 1: Alternatives to batteries – potential cost savings
  Battery Alternative*
Initial capital cost £35 000 £45 000
Installation costs £2000 £2000
Air conditioning costs £85 000 £50 000
Replacement cost £37 000  
Overhaul (10 year)   £10 000
Maintenance £40 000 £30 000
Total costs £/kVA 199 137
* Alternative for purposes of this table is Piller Powerbridge
Table 1: 20 year indicative cost analysis (1 MVA load)