You’re hung up on semantics. In practice, ISOs/TSOs report batteries in the generation mix because when they discharge, they inject MW just like any other generator. Interconnectors are treated the same way — not because they “generate,” but because they’re modeled as supply.

If you don’t like the terminology, take it up with the grid operators. That’s how the industry classifies it, whether you agree with the wording or not.

Again, I have no idea what you are trying to argue. We all understand how batteries work, yes they are not magic. From a fuel mix perspective or “generation” perspective they are lumped together. Most folks who are looking at this data recognize batteries are not magic, not sure why you are hung up on this.