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Wind, solar power outstrip fossil fuel generation for EU

Binraider Silver badge

Came to the comments for the usual rants. Wasn't disappointed.

The major complaint is the design of the retail market that prices everything at the cost of marginal generation. Wind most assuredly does not cost the same as the same quantity of gas derived generation. But you still pay gas rates for wind.

Installing your own generation if you have the space is a bloody good idea. Even at this crappy time of year my overall demand has been cut by about a quarter. It'll be significantly better on longer days and higher sun.

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