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> That's before we even get to the amazing fact that 40% of our electricity comes from burning natural gas [2], and that that natural gas powerplant efficiency
by noahtallen 5y ago
> That's before we even get to the amazing fact that 40% of our electricity comes from burning natural gas [2], and that that natural gas powerplant efficiency is about 40%
Like electric cars, a benefit would be that the energy source is generalized. I like thinking of it as a good separation of concerns. If nearly everything is electrified, then everyone benefits as better and more efficient energy sources become available over time.
- aaronbrethorst 5y agoIt would also be easier to employ hypothetical future carbon capture systems at a small number of power plants compared to a large number of homes.