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> Big “citation needed” on that assertion. My knowledge of power markets. > HVDC is a widely proposed option I'm sure it's widely proposed by fictional utopi
by wyager 4y ago
> Big “citation needed” on that assertion.
My knowledge of power markets.
> HVDC is a widely proposed option
I'm sure it's widely proposed by fictional utopian scenario enthusiasts. I will consider it seriously when there's an actual HVDC grid we can use, or even just a successful HVDC interconnect.
- theluketaylor 4y agoThere are tons of HVDC interconnects and transmission lines in place, many of which are already over 1000 km long. Many of these projects have been in place for decades. Breakthroughs in solid state HVDC are making it easier and cheaper all the time, but it's not some fanciful science fiction technology. It's a key element of existing power grids already. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_HVDC_projects https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_HVDC_projects
- wyager 4y agoMea Culpa! I knew about a few of these projects in the US but there are more than I realized. Thanks for correcting me.