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Originally Posted by GGG
Nuclear isn’t the full solution either because of limited ability to turn down. Hydro is really awesome because it’s got built in storage. So you probably want a nuclear base with renewables backed by Gas to cover the rest.
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I'm not a big fan of hydro because I'm not sure how environmentally friendly it really is. Sure, there's no waster directly, but the disruption to the waterways and ecosystem is far from negligible. I think that the main issue environmentally is actually water cleanliness and pollution in general, but for some reason that doesn't get the same traction as a lot of other concerns.
And for nuclear, I think that the way forward is quite clearly fusion. There are some incredibly encouraging projects underway and once we crack that it's an absolute game-changer. I wish that Canada was more involved and really it would be incredible if something took place in Alberta in that area.