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Renewable Energy Progress
- Renewable energy sources like solar and wind are becoming increasingly affordable and efficient.
- Storage solutions, like batteries, are a current bottleneck but aren't essential until renewables reach 15-25% of the energy mix.
Renewable Energy Challenges
- Solar and wind power require strategic placement, unlike fossil fuels, which can be burned anywhere.
- Building the necessary infrastructure for renewable energy will take time and investment.
Iceland's Geothermal Journey
- Iceland transitioned to geothermal energy for heating and electricity over a century, starting with individual farmers connecting their homes to hot springs.
- Government initiatives and funds helped municipalities invest in geothermal drilling, even covering costs for unsuccessful attempts.