The vital missing links of the energy transition in Europe
No matter how much wind and solar power is generated, the energy transition cannot be achieved without a built-for-purpose electricity infrastructure. Gaps in the interconnections of Europe’s grid network and lack of capacity on the wires where it is needed most will halt green electrification of energy.
Power system operators have a plan. The issue is implementation
NEIGHBOURING NETWORKS
Connecting central Europe's transmission network to northern Africa and Scandinavia will increase security, but stronger internal infrastructure is also needed
LESSONS FOR THE FUTURE
The Covid-19 pandemic has shown Europe's grid operators where transmission links need to be strengthened as more electricity from variable sources enters the system
KEY QUOTE
Transmission bottlenecks, both internally and across its national borders, are an increasing problem for the further growth of renewable energy
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