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⁠The Kraken Wakes: Creating the Utility of the Future | Ep175: Greg Jackson

Cleaning Up: Leadership in an Age of Climate Change

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Zero Emissions Demand a True Commitment

A zero carbon electricity system must not generate emissions at any time, regardless of other mitigative actions taken throughout the year. The focus should be on building cost-effective renewable infrastructure and providing price signals that empower consumers and drive necessary investments, such as batteries in areas facing demand constraints. The rapidly decreasing price of batteries presents a significant opportunity, although limitations in managing extensive periods of low wind generation remain. Thus, flexibility and demand response are key components for achieving a sustainable and efficient energy system.

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