The Power of Transformation : Wind, Sun and the Economics of Flexible Power Systems

Wind Power And Solar Photovoltaics (pv) Are Crucial To Meeting Future Energy Needs While Decarbonising The Power Sector. Deployment Of Both Technologies Has Expanded Rapidly In Recent Years, One Of The Few Bright Spots In An Otherwise Bleak Picture Of Clean Energy Progress. However, The Inherent Variability Of Wind Power And Solar Pv Raises Unique And Pressing Questions. Can Power Systems Remain Reliable And Cost-effective While Supporting High Shares Of Variable Renewable Energy (vre)? And If So, How?--back Cover.