Dark Doldrums in Britain: 4 Million Pounds for Gas Power Plants

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When the wind dies down and the rotors stand still, things are getting uncomfortable in Britain – and expensive. Because of a pronounced wind drought, gas power plants are firing up. Around 4 million pounds are reportedly to flow into the electricity grid.

This is what's known as a dark doldrums – a phase in which wind and sun don't deliver enough electricity. As Focus reports, "Britain's dark doldrums exposes weaknesses in the power system." The state is now stepping in.

What the dark doldrums reveals about Britain's power grid

When wind power drops out, other power plants have to step in to keep the grid stable. That's exactly what's happening right now: gas power plants are running, and according to the report, costs are piling up into the millions of pounds. The situation shows how sensitively a power system can react to such phases.

What this means for Germany

Germany, too, faces similar risks according to the report. The British experience is therefore a warning sign here as well – the question of how supply security is guaranteed during a dark doldrums concerns us all.

More value for you: We're continuing to follow this story. As soon as fresh figures come in from London or there are hints of comparable measures, you'll read it here.