California is home of a lot renewable energy. California is one of the most prolific producers of solar, geothermal, and wind electricity. Additionally, it ranks fourth for conventionally produced hydroelectric energy. It is the result decades of investment in renewable energy. Californians have the advantage of renewable energy projects that are more affordable and widely available than ever. There are many options.
Biomass
Many countries are considering their energy strategies in light of the five year anniversary of Paris Agreement on climate change. As the world's fourth largest energy source, biomass is a great way to meet a variety of needs. In 2016, 14.4% global primary energy consumption was made up of biomass.
Wind
California should install more wind farms to boost its renewable energy. According to the U.S. Department of Energy California has currently 4,656 megawatts of utility scale wind. However, the state also ranks fifth in the nation for small-scale and distributed wind energy systems. According to the California Energy Commission, wind is now responsible for 36 percent of the state's renewable energy capacity. This state is well ahead of solar power.
Solar
In California, there are two types of solar renewable energy: solar thermal and solar photovoltaic. A license is required for solar thermal plants from the Energy Commission. The Renewables Portfolio Standard, as well building efficiency standards, encourage solar photovoltaic installation. California is a major market for solar energy, as well as the state's leadership in developing solar and wind technologies. Actually, California has already installed over 500,000. This makes it one among the fastest-growing segments of renewable energy.
Battery storage
When it comes to battery storage, California is leading the way in the nation. California is projected to have 1.391 megawatts (GW), connected to the grid in the second quarter of 2021. This is 50 percent more than Q1 2018. More battery storage facilities will be needed as the state moves towards a zero carbon power system. Developers also find battery storage attractive because it can offset the costs of installing solar or wind energy systems.
Natural gas
California must shift its energy mix so that renewable energy can become a major source for electricity. California would still have to depend on climate-warming fossil fuels such as coal without making any changes. According to a University of California Berkeley report, it's possible to produce 90% of the nation’s electricity without emitting greenhouse gases. This goal would require utilities to significantly increase their renewable energy storage. They would also need a 70% reduction in natural gas consumption.