How to Fix Renewable Energy’s Hidden Infrastructure Problem | WSJ Pro Perfected

Renewable energy has created a hidden infrastructure challenge. While solar and wind power now make up a larger share of the electricity supply, the power grid wasn’t designed to handle them. WSJ asked a power grid engineer to break down the mechanics of renewable energy to explain three ways to make the grid more resilient to disruptions. Chapters: 0:00 Renewable energy’s hidden problem 0:35 Why the power grid needs inertia 2:01 Solution #1: grid-forming inverter 3:55 Solution #2: synchronous condenser 4:51 Solution #3: battery energy storage systems 5:53 The power grid’s future Pro Perfected Experts in engineering and design break down a ubiquitous problem, examining how the world is built and what can make it better. #Solar #RenewableEnergy #WSJ