by Planning Engineer (Russ Schussler) The purpose of this article is to summarize and debunk many of the issues in the narrative surrounding the proposed green energy transition as applies to the electric grid. The issues are so numerous that … Continue reading →| Climate Etc.
by Russ Schussler (Planning Engineer) Prequel to “Unravelling the narrative supporting a green energy transition.”| Climate Etc.
by Planning Engineer (Russ Schussler) In October of 2024, the isolated small city of Broken Hill in New South Wales, Australia with a 36 MW load (including the large nearby mines) could not be reliably served by 200 MW of … Continue reading → The post Wind and Solar Can’t Support the Grid appeared first on Climate Etc..| Climate Etc.
By Planning Engineer Russ Schussler “Renewable good, non-renewable bad” is far too simplistic and unfortunately influential Previous posts have argued that renewable does not necessarily mean green, sustainable or environmentally sound. Non-renewable generation may meet green goals, be highly sustainable … Continue reading →| Climate Etc.
By Planning Engineer (Russ Schussler) “Renewables”: some resources support a healthy grid, other challenge it The first part of this series discussed some of the shortcomings of the renewable/nonrenewable dichotomy. Renewable generation resources are not necessarily sustainable or environmentally sound … Continue reading →| Climate Etc.
by Russell Schussler (Planning Engineer) Part I: Renewable energy as a grouping lacks coherence This series will look in depth at the inherent and emerging flaws within the renewable/nonrenewable framework for classifying generating energy resources. It may have made sense … Continue reading →| Climate Etc.
Renewable Experts remain undeterred by failed ideas, continuing to push boundaries for sustainable energy solutions.| Climate Etc.
Learn about Climate Uncertainty and Risk, examining impacts, challenges, and solutions in managing climate-related uncertainties.| Climate Etc.
Read Australian Renewables Integration Part 2 for insights on renewable energy challenges and solutions in Australia. Detailed analysis on Judith Curry's blog.| Climate Etc.
Detailed insights into Australian renewables integration: Part 1, exploring energy strategies, challenges, and solutions for a sustainable future.| Climate Etc.