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Can Renewables Restart the Grid? The UK Investigates

GreenTechMedia

The need to rely on large synchronous generators for black-start capacity is one argument for keeping carbon-fueled assets on the grid, since black starts usually require gas turbines if no hydropower is available. We’re starting to demonstrate [that] you don’t need physical and mechanical inertia.”