Researchers use real-world data to model the effect of more solar on the grid

Monday, October 13, 2014 - 08:30 in Mathematics & Economics

American electrical utilities do a pretty fantastic job of getting us electricity when we need it. In 2006, the power was out on average for just 0.03 percent of the year in the United States. But right now, this system depends on getting most of its power from coal, nuclear and gas plants: big, dependable power plants that can be turned on and off when needed.

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