The state of reliable energy in Europe reminds me of the old HeeHaw song, only in real life and self-induced.
Once the industrial and economic engine of Europe and the bully power that drove European Union policy, the Germans have now fallen on harder times than even simpler, smaller neighbors like Italy. Most of it is directly linked to Angela Merkel and her fanatical drive for a complete transition to unreliable, mostly untested renewable energy sources. All while depending on frenemies for the fossil fuels necessary to bridge the gap as the German government waded into the wholesale dismantling and destruction of the reliable energy sources that had served them so well and were still doing so.
For every 10 MW of wind power added to the system, at least 8 MW of back-up power must be dedicated. So you’re not…
