This chapter explores the difficulties of replacing fossil fuel-based energy production with renewables like wind and solar due to weather dependency and power density issues. It discusses concerns about property values, noise pollution, and land use problems with renewable energy projects. The chapter also touches on the barriers to building long distance transmission lines and the feasibility of achieving 100 percent renewable energy.
If you didn’t have a reliable supply of electricity, what would you do to secure it?
Robert Bryce is the author of “A Question of Power: Electricity and the Wealth of Nations” and the writer of an eponymous Substack. Motley Fool Senior Analyst Nick Sciple caught up with Bryce to discuss:
- Why more countries are turning to coal - The challenges of building a reliable green energy grid - The resurgence of interest in nuclear energy - Supply chain issues for electric car batteries
Company mentioned: SMR
Host: Nick Sciple Guest: Robert Bryce Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineer: Dan Boyd
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