Study Suggests A Monumental Construction That Will Connect Europe And The United States, Eliminating The Main Disadvantage Of Renewable Energies

Written by Fabio Lucas Carvalho

Published on 12/02/2025 at 19:39

Updated on 12/02/2025 at 19:40

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An Innovative Study Proposes the Construction of a Monumental Structure That Would Connect Europe and the United States, Eliminating Barriers to Renewable Energy Transmission

A study suggests that an innovative structure could transform the way Europe and North America manage renewable energy, eliminating one of the main challenges of the renewable sector: intermittency.

The main idea is to create a transatlantic power cable to connect the electrical grids of these two continents, ensuring a stable supply of electricity and driving the transition to a carbon-free energy matrix .

The Construction Would Be a Historic Leap in Energy Cooperation

According to a recent study by Ember, with a link available at the end of the text, the transatlantic interconnection could significantly increase energy reliability by leveraging the climatic differences between the two continents.

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Solving the Biggest Weakness of Renewable Energy

One of the main challenges of renewable energy is its intermittency. Electricity generation from wind and solar varies with weather conditions and the seasons.

In France, for example, wind energy production can fluctuate from 46.7 GW to just 0.4 GW. Solar energy also shows fluctuations, ranging between 1.3 GW and 33.6 GW throughout the year.

In January 2019, the combination of solar and wind energy in the country provided only 0.65 GW, representing 1% of the national demand.

With the interconnection between Europe and North America, these fluctuations could be minimized. The sharing of electricity would allow for a more stable and reliable supply, reducing dependence on fossil fuels as backup energy sources.

Strengthening Energy Security and Efficiency

In addition to improving efficiency, the transatlantic cable also represents a significant advance in energy security.

By connecting two of the world’s largest economies, it could serve as a buffer against energy crises, market fluctuations, and geopolitical instability. Practically, this would mean:

Lower energy costs for consumers, thanks to optimized supply and demand;
Reduction of dependence on fossil fuels to cover energy shortfalls;
A more resilient electrical grid in the face of natural disasters or political tensions.

Transforming Global Energy Markets

In addition to stabilizing supply, this project could also boost investments in renewable energy.

With the transatlantic interconnection, the surplus hydropower and wind energy from North America could be directed to the European market, while Europe’s offshore solar and wind energy could help meet North American demand.

Regions like Québec in Canada could significantly benefit from this project. The area is one of the largest hydropower producers in the world and could leverage this connection to access a highly demanding European market.

A Necessary Step for the Future

With the growing global demand for electricity, driven by the expansion of electric vehicles, heating systems, data centers, and industrial electrification, it becomes increasingly essential to ensure a stable and efficient energy grid.

Analysts from Ember emphasize that, in the coming decades, most of the increased energy demand will need to be met with carbon-free sources. The transatlantic interconnection thus emerges as a strategic solution to ensure this transition.

If realized, this monumental project could redefine the future of renewable energy, proving that international cooperation is essential for a cleaner and more sustainable electrical grid.

Study available at Ember.

Study Suggests A Monumental Construction That Will Connect Europe And The United States, Eliminating The Main Disadvantage Of Renewable Energies

An Innovative Study Proposes the Construction of a Monumental Structure That Would Connect Europe and the United States, Eliminating Barriers to Renewable Energy Transmission

The Construction Would Be a Historic Leap in Energy Cooperation

Solving the Biggest Weakness of Renewable Energy

Strengthening Energy Security and Efficiency

Transforming Global Energy Markets

A Necessary Step for the Future

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