The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced a goal of expanding solar energy from 4% of our nation’s electricity to 45% by 2050. It’s an ambitious goal aimed at fighting climate change. The 45% goal is in line with what most climate scientists state is necessary....
Do renewable energy sources require a backup plan for blackouts?
Hurricane Ida took down New Orleans’ electrical grid, at least for a while. Not only did it affect the grid, but it also hit oil and gas pipelines in the area, causing some of them to suspend contracts. Just a few days after the storm, Enbridge energy said its...