Understanding Inertia Without the Spin

The power grid is evolving to include ever-higher levels of solar and wind, which don’t provide inertia. Should system planners and operators panic?
In this video, we explain inertia’s role in maintaining a reliable power system, why inertia may decrease with increasing deployment of wind and solar generation, and how system reliability can be maintained in the evolving grid. For a more in-depth explanation, read our guide to inertia and the power grid at: https://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy20osti/73...