Publication date: March 31, 2024
Solar Power Generation Affected by Upcoming Eclipse

Solar Power Generation Affected by Upcoming Eclipse

The April 2024 solar eclipse is expected to temporarily disrupt solar energy production, affecting particularly states like California.

Renewables

The solar eclipse scheduled for April 8, 2024, is anticipated to have a notable impact on solar energy production throughout North America, especially in states far from the eclipse’s path of totality, including California. Utilities and energy producers are bracing for this short-term disruption by preparing alternative energy plans to ensure the continuity of electricity supply. Strategies include ramping up other forms of energy generation to compensate for the momentary dip in solar power. This event provides a unique challenge to the solar energy sector, spotlighting the need for versatile and resilient energy grids.