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Environmental Science

Renewable Energy Integration Challenges in Existing Power Grids

Quick fact

California's 'duck curve' shows that solar power can cause a steep drop in net demand during midday, followed by a rapid ramp-up in the evening, stressing grid operators.

Why this is interesting

You flip a switch and the light turns on—but what if that electricity came from a sunny day or a gust of wind? The grid that powers your home wasn't built for that unpredictability.