California Is Showing How a Big State Can Power Itself Without Fossil Fuels
Briefly

Beginning in early March, a combination of solar, wind, geothermal, and hydropower has been producing more than a hundred per cent of the state's demand for electricity, with some afternoons solely powered by solar.
California has proven it's possible to run a thriving modern economy on clean energy, with utility-scale batteries being a significant source of supply at night, sending excess power back to consumers.
Mark Jacobson's energy-efficient home showcases the potential of clean technology, with solar panels covering his energy needs, Teslas, Powerwall batteries, efficient appliances, and heat recovery systems.
Read at The New Yorker
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