> Then we have Spain, that after the blackout, suddenly burns a lot more gas (41% more).
The Spain blackout wasn't a problem inherent to renewables, our grid simply lacks the storage and voltage control needed for the mix we intend. So, to keep the grid stable until we solve it, we'll need a more realistic mix for our current grid, burning more gas, yes.
Engineers apparently knew this was needed for years, but our industries are experts at kicking cans down the road. The blackout could have been preventable with the right investments.
China and India are going to be subject to direct sanctions because of their energy dependencies. If the Western world shared their frugality, we'd be bankrolling both sides of Ukraine's war.
debugnik|7 months ago
The Spain blackout wasn't a problem inherent to renewables, our grid simply lacks the storage and voltage control needed for the mix we intend. So, to keep the grid stable until we solve it, we'll need a more realistic mix for our current grid, burning more gas, yes.
Engineers apparently knew this was needed for years, but our industries are experts at kicking cans down the road. The blackout could have been preventable with the right investments.
neverrroot|7 months ago
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cyberax|7 months ago
Which is a problem inherent for renewables. Because they can't scale without a significant amount of storage, which is expensive.
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