[LINK] Why power generators are terrified of solar

[Ben Elliston]

On Thu, Mar 29, 2012 at 09:39:59AM +1100, Marghanita da Cruz wrote:

> Perhaps another area to look at is the impact of Solar Hot water Systems.
> My observation is they are more common in Perth than Sydney.

Ah, but solar hot water systems do nothing to reduce daytime demand
for electricity, as they displace electric storage hot water systems
(off-peak).  They may have the effect of reducing overnight wholesale
prices, but those prices are already so low.

Cheers, Ben

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