Important story from @rtoinsider on completed results of a Brattle modeling for the 2040 carbon free electric grid in New York.
Need for long-term, seasonal storage (filled with RNG tech in this model) identified
https://rtoinsider.com/astonishing-buildout-needed-clean-new-york-grid-166684/ …
https://www.nyiso.com/documents/20142/13245925/Brattle%20New%20York%20Electric%20Grid%20Evolution%20Study%20-%20June%202020.pdf/69397029-ffed-6fa9-cff8-c49240eb6f9d …
Adoption of geothermal heat pumps, rather than air source heat pumps, would result in lower peaks during both summer and winter. Analysis of building electrification alternatives should include their impact on the electric grid. We can't afford ASHP. We must focus on GHP.