US Grid Operators Kept the Lights on This Summer with More Solar, Storage, & Wind

Cynthia Shahan | Source: CleanTechnica | Posted 11/25/2024

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The demand for electricity is generally at its peak during summer afternoons, when many people use their air conditioners. Until this year, the bulk power system — the network of generators and transmission lines — met this demand through hydropower and fossil fuel generation.

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The demand for electricity during summer afternoons usually peaks due to air conditioner use, traditionally met by hydropower and fossil fuel generation. However, the summer of 2024 marked a groundbreaking shift as grid operators adopted more solar and storage solutions to meet peak demand, reducing the risk of outages across different regions during extreme temperatures.

With Texas experiencing record-high temperatures, solar energy played a significant role in meeting peak demand, demonstrating the potential of renewables in ensuring grid stability. By integrating solar, storage, and wind sources, the grid operated efficiently, paving the way for these resources to play a larger role in future peak demand management, not only in Texas but also in regions like California and New England.

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