Whats connected to the grid is as big a problem to adjust for as the generation aspect too. Massive inductive loads on the grid (like that caused by large electric motors) need large capacitor banks to balance out the reactive power component, or else power is wasted needlessly. With factories going offline (aka the main consumers of motors) across the west, thats going to result in lopsided power consumption as well. Its easier to switch out capacitor banks that are no longer needed for sure contrasting with building new ones, but who in energy can say that they still have competent people monitoring and keeping the grid optimal? Being stupid enough to go with always-nonviable 'green' tech suggests the clever people are long gone.
Whats connected to the grid is as big a problem to adjust for as the generation aspect too. Massive inductive loads on the grid (like that caused by large electric motors) need large capacitor banks to balance out the reactive power component, or else power is wasted needlessly. With factories going offline (aka the main consumers of motors) across the west, thats going to result in lopsided power consumption as well. Its easier to switch out capacitor banks that are no longer needed for sure contrasting with building new ones, but who in energy can say that they still have competent people monitoring and keeping the grid optimal? Being stupid enough to go with always-nonviable 'green' tech suggests the clever people are long gone.