Wind energy is parasitic – totally dependent on fossil fuels for backup power, with every megawatt of wind power supported by a megawatt of redundant coal or natural gas generating plants. So wind cannot possibly or meaningfully reduce emissions.
Post Tagged with: "Renewable Energy Mandates"
December 13, 2011 08:34
Did Buffett save Obama’s butt in multi-billion solar deal?
The citizens of California that will use this power will get nothing. They will continue to pay the highest rates for electricity in the country. US tax payers foot the bill for another $600 – $700mm. That’s the “Vig” for Warren. Those taxpayers also get nothing in return.
January 22, 2011 13:50
Consumers pay 38% extra for ‘renewable’ energy mandates
States with renewable energy mandates average 38% higher electricity rates for consumers with some like New York paying double.