The problem is, this energy needs to be cost competitive with the energy produced by the fossil-fuel power plants. The inability of wind and solar projects to operate in extreme winter weather conditions has raised doubts about the potential long-term viability of the technology. In a report released last week, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) said that while it was “encouraged” by recent advances in battery technology, there were still many challenges with storing energy for use
The inability of wind and solar projects to operate in extreme winter weather conditions has raised doubts about the potential long-term viability of the technology. In a report released last week, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) said that while it was “encouraged” by recent advances in battery technology, there were still many challenges with storing energy for use