(S5E8) Keeping the lights on: strategies for balancing sun, wind & demand

About this episode

The episode explores how modern energy grids manage the unpredictability of solar and wind power.

Discover how modern energy grids tackle the unpredictability of solar and wind power. Join Angie and Pascale as they break down the science, technology, and strategies that keep our lights on, featuring real-world examples from California, Germany, and Australia. Perfect for anyone curious about the future of clean energy and grid innovation.

People in this episode

Hosts: Angie, Pascale

Topics covered

• energy grids
• solar power
• wind power
• clean energy
• grid innovation
• technology
• science

Keywords

• energy grids
• solar power
• wind power
• clean energy
• grid innovation
• California
• Germany
• Australia

Mentioned in this episode

Places: California, Germany, Australia

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