How 24/7 Renewables Are Ending Fossil Fuel Reliability
Renewable energy sources like solar and wind, when paired with battery storage, can now provide reliable, 24/7 electricity at costs competitive with or even lower than fossil fuels. This shift challenges the long-held assumption that fossil fuels are inherently more reliable. The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) projects that fossil fuels will constitute only 20% of the global electricity mix by 2050, down from 70% currently. AI
