Energy Department calls wind and solar worthless without storage, Elon Musk points to batteries

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The Department of Energy stated wind and solar are "worthless" without consistent power sources, sparking criticism. Elon Musk highlighted battery storage as a solution. The Energy Secretary defended the claim, citing intermittency issues, but Musk pointed to Tesla's large-scale battery projects in Australia designed to stabilize grids and increase renewable energy use. This exchange occurs amidst Trump's administration's efforts to hinder clean energy projects, despite Musk's past support and his leadership in renewable energy technology.


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