Blackout risk ‘made worse by net zero’, some experts claim
- Tens of millions in Spain and Portugal experienced a blackout, with explanations for the power loss remaining unclear, though a solar power failure is possible, according to Red Eléctrica.
- The International Energy Agency remarked on the challenges of managing increasingly renewable-heavy energy grids, noting their unpredictability.
- Spain's Prime Minister warned the blackouts could indicate larger energy reliability issues stemming from a reliance on renewable sources.
- Energy consultant highlighted that low-inertia renewable systems make blackouts more likely, contradicting earlier reassurances from Red Eléctrica regarding safety.
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UK Telegraph: ‘Net zero blamed for Europe’s biggest power cut’ – ‘Experts say a reliance on solar & wind power left Spain & Portugal vulnerable’
Traditional energy systems have mechanisms which allow them to keep running even if there is a shock, such as a surge or loss of power. However, solar and wind do not have the same ability.
Spain and Portugal power restored after being plunged into darkness as blackout risk ‘made worse by net zero’
Spain and Portugal power restored as blackout risk 'made worse by net zero' - 'Wake-up call to the eco-zealots!' - Power across Spain and Portugal has been restored after the two countries were plunged into darkness
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