Jun 3, 2025 - How to Fix Renewable Energy`s Hidden Infrastructure Problem
Renewable energy has created a hidden infrastructure challenge. While solar and wind power now make up a larger share of the electricity supply, the power grid wasn`t designed to handle them.
WSJ asked a power grid engineer to break down the mechanics of renewable energy to explain three ways to make the grid more resilient to disruptions. Chapters: 0:00 Renewable energy`s hidden problem 0:35 Why the power grid needs inertia 2:01 Solution #1: grid-forming inverter 3:55 Solution #2: synchronous condenser 4:51 Solution #3: battery energy storage systems 5:53 The power grid`s future