Plugged In: the energy news podcast
Europe leads renewables boom
May 10, 2024
Europe leads the renewables boom with wind and solar as fastest growing sources. Discussion on growth continuing, challenges like curtailments and public acceptance. Negative prices spur innovation in storage. Chapters explore solar adoption globally and storage solutions in renewable energy.
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- Europe leads in renewables growth with wind and solar surpassing traditional sources.
- Challenges in renewables include curtailments, negative prices, emphasizing grid flexibility and innovation in storage.
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Renewables Market Growth and Emission Reductions
Wind and solar energy sources have seen substantial growth, outpacing global power demand. The electricity sector in Europe has experienced a significant decrease in emissions, marking a positive shift towards lower carbon emissions. It is projected that power sector emissions will continue to decline, setting a new era of reduced emissions. Forecasts suggest a boom in renewables for the upcoming year, especially in solar and wind energy generation.
