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Solar and wind reach 100 pct of demand in biggest isolated grid, as batteries allow it to keep its thermals on

https://reneweconomy.com.au/solar-and-wind-reach-100-pct-of-demand-in-biggest-isolated-grid-as-batteries-allow-it-to-keep-its-thermals-on/
Taleya - 2w

If that includes the mines, then all arguments against renewables can go and get thoroughly fucked

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YeahToast - 2w

I mean, regardless of commerical viability I think arguments against renewables can still get fucked. But there'll definitely be a significant growing strain with increasing electrification of households, commercial and then transport.

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Giddy - 2w

Most of the mines are outside the grid which only covers the south west of the state

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Taleya - 2w

Article does state that several have achieved extended periods of renewable only, which is good to know

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