The recent blackout in Spain highlighted the vulnerabilities of relying heavily on renewable energy sources, with nearly seventy percent of power coming from wind and solar. The incident underscored the importance of maintaining system inertia. Experts have been warning about these issues for years, emphasizing that it’s not just about raw power —measured in amps or BTUs—but also about the stability and resilience of the grid.
Watch this quick video where Jim Murchie discusses what we can learn from this situation.