PhysicsSources of Energy

Energy Source Comparison

Compare output and pollution of different energy sources.

Source

Operating hours/day8 h

Plant capacity100 MW

Daily energy

304MWh

Capacity factor

38%

CO₂

820g/kWh

CO₂ intensity820

Energy source → useful electricityDaily energy: 304 MWh

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Renewables have far lower emissions but variable output; that is why storage matters.