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There is a lot of FUD raised in your high level comment. One technology alone will not get us far, together they can however. https://reneweconomy.com.au/a-nea
by seb1204 4y ago
There is a lot of FUD raised in your high level comment. One technology alone will not get us far, together they can however.
https://reneweconomy.com.au/a-near-100-per-cent-renewables-grid-is-well-within-reach-and-with-little-storage/ https://reneweconomy.com.au/a-near-100-per-cent-renewables-g...
Sure 100% solar powered homes might be harder to do in the colder hemispheres but in many parts of the world it is already possible.
During spring, summer and autumn you can cover most of your electricity with a 3kW solar panel set up. Shift your dishwasher, washing machine and dryer to mid day, charge devices when the sun shines etc.
Families in poorer countries are likely on a much smaller carbon footprint and it is therefore easier to replace their energy needs with solar or solar thermal.
Small, medium as well as large scale island grids are already possible and in operation. https://reneweconomy.com.au/wa-off-grid-school-runs-100-on-solar-and-battery-72421/ https://reneweconomy.com.au/wa-off-grid-school-runs-100-on-s...
For colder climates the solar alone will not cut it, insulated homes, heat pumps and solar can however.