Produced by Acumen. Distributed by CBS.
Our modern world runs on energy, from brewing morning tea to advanced digital technologies.
This fundamental need is now intertwined with an urgent global demand for energy that is clean, affordable, and reliably available 24/7, 365 days a year. Recent energy crises and blackouts have emphasised the importance of resilient power systems.
The heartbeat of our societies: Transitioning towards a clean energy future -documentary delves into the often-overlooked necessity of balancing technologies, such as balancing engines and energy storage, in the energy transition.
While renewable energy sources like solar and wind offer the lowest cost of electricity, their intermittent nature creates a need for consistent, reliable power.
The documentary highlights two crucial tools for this: flexible power generation, such as Wärtsilä's fast-starting grid balancing engine power plants, and energy storage solutions.
The power sector is pivotal in global decarbonisation efforts, demanding rapid, large-scale transformation. Today, solar and wind power are the cheapest sources of electricity the world has ever seen, yet the sun does not always shine, and the wind does not always blow.
The key lies in combining renewable energy and energy storage with balancing power – like our flexible engine power plants – supported by our digital solutions. Together, they help deliver reliable, affordable, and sustainable power at all times.
Discover the five-step path towards a 100% renewable power system
Join us in shaping the future with sustainable fuels for carbon neutral power generation.
Wärtsilä Next Business Lab is on a mission to uncover game-changing innovations to accelerate the energy transition. We’re looking for ambitious growth companies to join us in moving towards a more sustainable energy future.
Choosing the optimal path to a renewable energy future: Balancing power plants are key in scaling up renewable energy and crucial to reach net zero.
