Although Denmark appears to be a success in the wind energy business and they can access grid supply to supplement their needs, it must be kept in mind theimitations of wind supply. If we assume 30% capacity factor then 70% must come from elsewhere. Without massive storage capability the source of choice will continue to be gas. In fact Denmark's CO2 emissions have risen. Like the previous post said, it should only be a small contributor to the overall energy mix. The irony is the companies being subsidized to install wind also are building new gas plants to cover the wind deficit. Add in the carbon trading they can access in some jurisdictions and it's win-win-win. The consumers get hosed and gas remains king.
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Rick Perry, what say you?
Juan,
Thanks for the great site.
Gwynn Dyer has great insights as well good people.
The Club of Rome advised solar investment decades ago in Goals for Mankind. Pick it up on you next yardsaleing trip!
Cheers
Juan,
Although Denmark appears to be a success in the wind energy business and they can access grid supply to supplement their needs, it must be kept in mind theimitations of wind supply. If we assume 30% capacity factor then 70% must come from elsewhere. Without massive storage capability the source of choice will continue to be gas. In fact Denmark's CO2 emissions have risen. Like the previous post said, it should only be a small contributor to the overall energy mix. The irony is the companies being subsidized to install wind also are building new gas plants to cover the wind deficit. Add in the carbon trading they can access in some jurisdictions and it's win-win-win. The consumers get hosed and gas remains king.
Regards, Jim