A Massive Shift for US Power Generation

Solar and Wind Are Finally Overtaking Coal                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 August 17, 2024 | [Read Online]( Solar and Wind Are Finally Overtaking Coal Your Late Night News Before you log off, before you go to bed…you should read on to see what we have to share. We’ve got some more news for you to digest and even a place for you to dream about visiting…Read on! Quote to Live By “Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom must, like me, undergo the fatigue of supporting it.” —Thomas Paine Renewable Energy Surpasses Coal in Historic Shift for U.S. Power Generation In an unprecedented shift within the U.S. energy sector, wind and solar power have collectively outstripped coal in electricity generation through the first seven months of the year, according to recent federal data. This development marks a significant milestone in the ongoing transition towards renewable energy sources. Historically reliant on coal, the U.S. has seen a gradual decline in its usage due to the closure of many coal plants and the rapid expansion of renewable energy technologies. In 2023, wind and solar briefly surpassed coal in May, only to fall behind during the high-demand summer months. However, this year's data indicates a more sustained shift, with renewables maintaining their lead even through the peak demand of July. While renewables are gaining ground, the power sector still faces challenges in meeting the burgeoning demand. Mark Repsher, an analyst at PA Consulting Group, pointed out the need for additional power generation capacity. “Renewables will continue to be a huge part of the industry, but I think there will be an inflection point where the incremental value of an additional megawatt-hour from renewables will be less than some other alternatives,” Repsher explained, suggesting a potential shift in future energy strategies. Despite these challenges, the rapid deployment of renewable technologies, particularly in states like Texas, demonstrates their capability to support grid stability. “Texas is sailing through a crazy summer thanks to record wind, solar, and battery output,” O’Connell remarked, underscoring the effectiveness of these resources in real-time energy supply. This is an advertisement [Don’t Let a Food Crisis Hit Your Home]( You never know when a food crisis could hit. Are you prepared with food that can feed your family for days? Weeks? Months? Our warehouse is overloaded, so we’ve got a deal that you won’t want to miss out on. [Get your survival food packs now!]( A Quick Look at the Latest Tweet Politicians say the darnest things, and we can’t help but share some of the craziest ones we’ve seen. Check out the latest we found… [tw profile: Greg Abbott] Greg Abbott @GregAbbott_TX [tw] 📍El Paso Texas National Guard soldiers reinforce the razor wire barrier to stop illegal entry. Texas will continue to redouble our border security efforts. 3:54 PM • Aug 14, 2024 4.13K Likes 605 Retweets 240 Replies This email has ads brought to you by our sponsors. [tw]( [yt]( Update your email preferences or unsubscribe [here]( © 2024 The information presented here is for general educational purposes only. MATERIAL CONNECTION DISCLOSURE: You should assume the sender of this email has an affiliate relationship and/or another material connection to the persons or businesses mentioned in or linked to from this message and may receive commissions from purchases you make on subsequent web sites. You should not rely solely on information contained in this email to evaluate the product or service being endorsed. Always exercise due diligence before purchasing any product or service. 4801 Linton Blvd. #11A-636 Delray Beach, FL 33445, United States of America [[beehiiv logo]Powered by beehiiv]( [Terms of Service](