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Solar Power and the Electric Grid, Energy Analysis (Fact Sheet)

Feb. 28, 2010

U.S. Department of Energy, National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Craig Turchi

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This fact sheet illustrates the roles of distributed and centralized renewable energy technologies, particularly solar power, and how they will contribute to the future electricity system.

The Department of Energy's Office of Electricity (OE) recognizes that our nation's sustained economic prosperity, quality of life, and global competitiveness depends on an abundance of secure, reliable, and affordable energy resources. OE leads the Department of Energy's efforts to ensure a resilient, and flexible electricity system in the United States. Learn more about OE >>

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