Climate
On sunny days the panels are turned off: why solar parks are hardly yielding anything anymore
Solar parks are barely generating any returns, with panels even being switched off on sunny days due to negative electricity prices. This situation is causing tense times for local energy cooperatives such as Endona in Salland. The article notes that while a solution exists, it is expensive. The issue highlights the challenges faced by renewable energy producers in the Netherlands, particularly when market conditions lead to oversupply and financial losses, raising concerns about the sustainability of local energy initiatives.
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