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Why is that? I was under the impression that gas versus coal just changes the fuel that is burnt.
by kanox 6y ago
Why is that? I was under the impression that gas versus coal just changes the fuel that is burnt.
- Pfhreak 6y agoNatural gas produces about half the CO2 emissions per unit energy as coal. (And presumably less other harmful stuff like radioactive fly ash.) https://www.eia.gov/tools/faqs/faq.php?id=73&t=11 https://www.eia.gov/tools/faqs/faq.php?id=73&t=11
- icebraining 6y agoA gas plant can be ramped up and down quite fast, so they can be used as a so-called "peaker" plant, only producing when there's a shortage of solar/wind power. Coal takes a while to get hot and to cool down, so it's only worth using it if you need a constant stream of energy.
- ars 6y agoHave you ever had a camp fire/bonfire? It takes a LONG time to get the wood hot enough to burn well. In contrast your gas stove goes on and off in a moment. Coal vs gas is the same way.