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No, base load is indeed a myth.

• HyperSane 4y ago
  How is it a myth?
  • goodpoint 4y ago
    You can search "base load myth" and pick only links from reputable sources. A good summary is at https://www.ceem.unsw.edu.au/sites/default/files/uploads/publications/MarkBaseloadFallacyANZSEE.pdf https://www.ceem.unsw.edu.au/sites/default/files/uploads/pub... and https://www.nrdc.org/experts/kevin-steinberger/debunking-three-myths-about-baseload https://www.nrdc.org/experts/kevin-steinberger/debunking-thr...
    • HyperSane 4y ago
      Base load is simply the total electrical generation that must be running year round. It is a very simple concept, not a myth.
      • goodpoint 4y ago
        That, or you can actually read the article instead.