240 EE How Much Solar Power Will We Lose During the August Solar Eclipse?

May 29, 2017 · 6 min · Episode 230 · 5.8 MB

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On August 21, 2017 there will be a total solar eclipse that spans the continental United States from Georgia to Oregon. During the event, the Moon will pass between the Sun and the Earth and cast a shadow, completely blocking the Sun’s light for nearly 3 minutes. How much pressure will the loss in solar power put on our electric grid?

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