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"The extent to which renewables should dominate Australia’s energy grids is a
major issue in science and politics. Solar and wind are clearly now the
cheapest form of electricity. But limits to these technologies can undermine
the case for a renewables-only electricity mix.
The challenges posed by solar and wind generators are real. They are inherently
variable, producing electricity only when the sun is shining and the wind is
blowing. To ensure reliable energy supplies, grids dominated by renewables need
“firming” capacity: back-up technology that can supply electricity on demand.
Some, including the Albanese government, argue gas-fired generators are needed
to fill the gap. Others, such as the Coalition, say renewables can’t “keep the
lights on” at all and Australia should pursue nuclear energy instead.
But a new way to firm up the world’s electricity grids is fast developing:
sodium-ion batteries. This emerging energy storage technology could be a
game-changer – enabling our grids to run on 100% renewables."
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
