Multi-Criteria Tool for Assessing the Social Acceptance of RM-GES Gravity Energy Storage Projects in Post-Mining Sites
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Language: English
Page range: 26 - 32
Submitted on: Aug 3, 2026
Accepted on: Sep 10, 2026
Published on: Oct 6, 2026
Published by: University of Petrosani
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