Intense weather can mean lots of energy use, so it's crucial to know where that energy comes from.
identified that total energy consumption usually peaks in the coldest and hottest months due to energy-intensive measures like air conditioning and heating.
For gas-heated buildings, this fluctuation is currently managed via their connection to underground gas storage facilities—typically old oil fields or aquifers with old wells that were converted for gas storage—and some above-ground liquefied gas storage facilities, says Jonathan J. Buonocore, study author and assistant professor at the Boston University School of Public Health. Some also manage the fluctuations using propane, fuel oil, or wood as primary heating fuel.
“This peak in energy demand will still exist when buildings are electrified, and the electrical grid needs to be able to meet this demand,” Buonocore adds. “In order to truly result in energy decarbonization, this demand needs to be met with renewables.” According to the study, building decarbonization models need to account for the seasonal fluctuations to minimize strain on the nation’s electric grid during peaks. For instance, meeting the current winter peak in demand would require a 28-fold increase in January wind generation or a 303-fold increase in January solar energy generation in the US.
Reducing demand on the electric grid is also crucial. More efficient electric heating technologies must be installed in homes and buildings to bring sky-high energy peaks down to a more manageable level.
France Dernières Nouvelles, France Actualités
Similar News:Vous pouvez également lire des articles d'actualité similaires à celui-ci que nous avons collectés auprès d'autres sources d'information.
MG EV Roadster Teased For The First Time As Electrifying MX-5 RivalPreviewed by the eccentric Cyberster Concept last year, the production model is likely to use the MG4's Modular Scalable Platform (MSP) developed by SAIC Motor.
Lire la suite »
'DOEE Announces Release of ‘Roadmap’ to Electrify Vehicles by 2045'photo by OPKINS1 From DOEE: 'Today, the Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) announce the release of a broad-ranging Transportation Electrification
Lire la suite »
‘We have to take action’ — Salt Lake City mayor discusses climate change, ‘electrification’ in Tribune talkIn Utah, the majority of transportation and buildings are still powered by non-renewable energy sources, making them the two largest contributors to air pollution along the Wasatch Front.
Lire la suite »
These stocks are poised for a comeback if inflation peaks, Jefferies saysJefferies says a peak in inflation and earnings downgrades will favor one class of stocks.
Lire la suite »
Are Apricots Good for You? Experts Explain the Fruit’s Surprising Health BenefitsAre Apricots Good for You? Experts Explain the Health Benefits of Apricots
Lire la suite »