Heatwaves: Could Solar Energy Save the Electric Grid? | WSJ

Solar energy is the fastest growing clean energy source in the U.S., compared to wind, water and nuclear power. As extreme temperatures from heat waves strain electric grids in the U.S., many parts of the country could face blackouts. Solar energy is a potential solution to protect the grid during extreme heat. WSJ explores how solar power could be effective during this extreme heat while looking at some of the challenges solar energy presents like increasing climate waste and efficiency issues. 0:00 Heat waves and blackouts 0:21 Solar power, explained 1:53 Solar power challenges News Explainers Some days the high-speed news cycle can bring more questions than answers. WSJ’s news explainers break down the day’s biggest stories into bite-size pieces to help you make sense of the news. #SolarEnergy #HeatWaves #WSJ