Wind and solar generation in the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) region are projected to serve 60% of annual load by 2041, reducing emissions by nearly 80% compared to 2005 levels but also increasing “sharply” the complexity of reliably operating and planning the grid.
MISO’s system could approach 30% of annual energy from wind and solar generation within five years, and renewable penetration levels may increase on the order of 10% every five years after that. Such a level of renewable penetration could be significant in terms of planning and operating the grid.
