Friday, 31 Oct 2025
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • DMCA
logo logo
  • World
  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Economy
  • Tech & Science
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • More
    • Education
    • Celebrities
    • Culture and Arts
    • Environment
    • Health and Wellness
    • Lifestyle
  • 🔥
  • Trump
  • VIDEO
  • House
  • White
  • ScienceAlert
  • Trumps
  • Watch
  • man
  • Health
  • Season
Font ResizerAa
American FocusAmerican Focus
Search
  • World
  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Economy
  • Tech & Science
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • More
    • Education
    • Celebrities
    • Culture and Arts
    • Environment
    • Health and Wellness
    • Lifestyle
Follow US
© 2024 americanfocus.online – All Rights Reserved.
American Focus > Blog > Environment > Ask a Scientist: How Close Are We to a Clean Energy Transition?
Environment

Ask a Scientist: How Close Are We to a Clean Energy Transition?

Last updated: October 23, 2024 10:08 am
Share
Ask a Scientist: How Close Are We to a Clean Energy Transition?
SHARE

Transitioning to Clean Energy: The Exciting Progress in Energy Storage

After experiencing the hottest summer on record, the world is facing extreme weather events driven by the burning of fossil fuels. The recent destructive hurricanes, Helene and Milton, in the United States have highlighted the urgent need to shift away from fossil fuels towards renewable energy sources. Dr. Marc Alessi, an atmospheric scientist with the Union of Concerned Scientists, emphasizes that these hurricanes are indicative of what the future holds if we continue on our current path.

The call to stop burning fossil fuels is now more urgent than ever.

Fortunately, we are witnessing a significant transition towards renewables, especially in the realm of energy storage. Mark Specht, the Union of Concerned Scientists’ Western States Energy Manager, sheds light on the latest advancements in clean electricity and energy storage in a recent interview.

Interview Excerpt:

CWdL: Can you provide an update on the transition to clean electricity?

MS: Energy storage is a key focus area in decarbonizing the power grid. The surge in renewable energy sources like solar and wind necessitates efficient energy storage solutions to store excess energy for times of low generation. The growth of battery energy storage in the US has been remarkable, with installations increasing from virtually zero in 2020 to 20 GW by July 2024, with California leading the way.

CWdL: What recent advances have been made in energy storage?

MS: California achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 10,000 megawatts of battery storage capacity, a crucial step towards its goal of 100% clean electricity by 2045. The state set new clean energy records in April, with solar power meeting nearly 98% of electricity demand in one week.

See also  We can repurpose retired coal plants to produce green energy

CWdL: How about integrating electric vehicles with the grid?

MS: California passed Senate Bill 59, allowing EVs to power homes and send electricity back to the grid. Bidirectional charging enables EV owners to contribute to grid stability and earn revenue by utilizing their vehicle batteries as storage solutions.

CWdL: Are there any upcoming breakthroughs in energy storage technology?

MS: Long-duration energy storage is a promising area of innovation, with technologies capable of discharging for days rather than hours. California is investing in a program to support emerging long-duration storage technologies, signaling a shift towards diversifying energy storage options beyond traditional lithium-ion batteries.

TAGGED:CleancloseEnergyScientisttransition
Share This Article
Twitter Email Copy Link Print
Previous Article Dems see warning signs for Harris with youth vote in Arizona Dems see warning signs for Harris with youth vote in Arizona
Next Article Morgan Stanley rolls out OpenAI-powered chatbot for Wall Street division Morgan Stanley rolls out OpenAI-powered chatbot for Wall Street division
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Popular Posts

Lung inflammation may make traumatic events harder to forget

Inflammation of the airways can arise from exposure to smoking or pollution Lysenko Andrii/Shutterstock Recent…

September 28, 2025

New Penguins coach Dan Muse makes his feelings clear on Sidney Crosby, Kris Letang and team’s ‘veteran’ core

The Pittsburgh Penguins are known for their veteran core of players, including Evgeni Malkin, Sidney…

June 11, 2025

Former Archdiocese of Detroit Superintendent of Schools Blasts MI Department of Education for Its Latest Ploy to Force Young Children to Learn Sick Sex Agenda Without Parental Consent | The Gateway Pundit | by Patty McMurray

Last week, various organizations dedicated to the welfare of Michigan's youth raised a red flag…

October 14, 2025

Pep Guardiola agrees to one-year Manchester City contract extension with 2026-27 option

Pep Guardiola has reportedly agreed to a contract extension with Manchester City, as per sources…

November 20, 2024

Nancy Mace jumps into South Carolina governor’s race

Rep. Nancy Mace Announces Candidacy for South Carolina Governor Rep. Nancy Mace has officially thrown…

August 4, 2025

You Might Also Like

Trump officials say, ‘Alaska is open for business. No one’s buying.
Environment

Trump officials say, ‘Alaska is open for business. No one’s buying.

October 31, 2025
Waitrose ‘relies on animal welfare myths’
Environment

Waitrose ‘relies on animal welfare myths’

October 31, 2025
Good news! These ‘positive tipping points’ will help save the world
Environment

Good news! These ‘positive tipping points’ will help save the world

October 30, 2025
Karen Bass backs .3M plan to clean up MacArthur Park — months after berating ICE sweep
Crime

Karen Bass backs $2.3M plan to clean up MacArthur Park — months after berating ICE sweep

October 30, 2025
logo logo
Facebook Twitter Youtube

About US


Explore global affairs, political insights, and linguistic origins. Stay informed with our comprehensive coverage of world news, politics, and Lifestyle.

Top Categories
  • Crime
  • Environment
  • Sports
  • Tech and Science
Usefull Links
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • DMCA

© 2024 americanfocus.online –  All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?