The idea of large scale batteries or battery packs could help out the grid itself by storing large amounts of solar energy for use at night appears to be edging closer to reality with strong corporate backing. [Washington Post]

After a nine-month legal battle, Energy Transfer Equity LP is close to winning its takeover for rival pipeline operator Williams Cos. [Bloomberg]

Chinese officials have unveiled new bilateral plans with U.S. companies in long-term energy and railway projects. [WSJ]