SilverHood
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until the storage problem is solved there is none. still, because there is none now doesn't mean there is non forever. I'm sure the tree-huggers will be thumbing their noses when we ever crack the problem though![]()
Tesla solved the storage problem in Australia it seems. Not sure Lithium batteries is going to work in cold weather though.
Tesla's big battery in Australia has defied all expectations
As for shooting radioactive waste into the sun... some scientist said that was the quickest and easiest way to alert any aliens that there's intelligent life in our solar system. The radiation given off would be artificial, and someone would come investigate as soon as they were able. Might not be desirable until we are proper space faring.
Part of the issue of energy should come down to efficiency, insulation and building codes. Properly insulate all new homes, build in solar panels in the design, and then take it from there. In 20-30 years, we'll be in a decent spot. Denmark's energy usage has remained relatively flat for the last 50 years, despite an increase in electricity consuming devices, most of that is attributed to insulation of homes and strict energy efficiency requirements for devices.