Solar and wind generate a large part of Spanish electricity
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Nations with large quantities of wind turbines and solar energy on their electricity network are particularly vulnerable to the rise of energy bills due to peaks in the price of gas. The relationship between decarbonization and price volatility has been a controversial question because governments are considering clean energy strategies, but an analysis of electricity prices in Europe has now provided evidence to clarify the debate.
Vast amounts of wind and solar capacity have been deployed in recent years through the continent. But these sources of power are intermittent, generating electricity only when …
