Publish at April 04 2023 Updated April 04 2023
Is it possible to use 100% renewable energy? It seems, at the moment, impossible or almost impossible. Yet some regions are increasingly managing to do without fossil fuels. This ARTE report highlights the good work done in several territories, including many islands.
The most important one is Iceland, which is lucky enough to have geothermal sources almost everywhere. This island nation can rely on multiple volcanoes to provide clean, renewable energy that can power both public heated pools and greenhouses, allowing Icelanders to reduce the importation of fresh vegetables and fruits.
On the Danish island of Damso, wind power is celebrated there. Indeed, while other circles want nothing to do with wind turbines, the population of 4,000 has welcomed it with open arms but on their terms. Everyone has a share in the production of this electricity. What's more, the more touristy areas are spared. Yet they manage to produce enough energy and even export some to the Danish mainland.
On the side of the Scottish island territory of Orkney, researchers are also developing energy solutions using waves and tides, all while making sure to protect marine wildlife from this exploitation.
Certainly, it may be easier for an area like an island to control and implement green energy given the low population density. Nonetheless, they are examples showing that political will coupled with that of the population and scientific community can lead to a significant decrease in ecological footprint.
Time: 43min12
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