Then why does the bloody article say "solar revolution"?
Actually, since you mention it, this is probably *better* for wind than for solar, simply because (as I understand it) the generation equipment can be
cost-effective. A good storage system with a bad generation system is still of limited use, but a good generation system with a good storage system is a
valuable asset.
However, I still don't see it as being a complete replacement for centralized power, even in locations where the wind can generally give you enough energy
to suit your needs. It is, after all, still influenced by the weather, and thus cannot be considered totally reliable. It's still important to have a
backup system. (Also, if they ever get the especially shiny power grids I once read a magazine article about, a person who the weather really favored could
sell their excess energy back to the power company...)
-Morgan. This advance does nothing to improve the operation of my bitchin' meatcar.
Actually, since you mention it, this is probably *better* for wind than for solar, simply because (as I understand it) the generation equipment can be
cost-effective. A good storage system with a bad generation system is still of limited use, but a good generation system with a good storage system is a
valuable asset.
However, I still don't see it as being a complete replacement for centralized power, even in locations where the wind can generally give you enough energy
to suit your needs. It is, after all, still influenced by the weather, and thus cannot be considered totally reliable. It's still important to have a
backup system. (Also, if they ever get the especially shiny power grids I once read a magazine article about, a person who the weather really favored could
sell their excess energy back to the power company...)
-Morgan. This advance does nothing to improve the operation of my bitchin' meatcar.