Weather, renewables and volatility: forecasting for profit
Accurate renewable and weather forecasting underpins profitable trading, especially for portfolios exposed to intermittent generation.
Weather models
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The weather factor: how temperature and wind drive power prices
The renewable energy industry experiences a push-pull relationship with the seasonal volatility of the weather. Without it, there would be many fewer sources
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How does gas affect power prices?
Gas remains the primary factor influencing electricity prices throughout much of Europe and beyond. Despite the growth of renewables, gas-fired generation
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How do weather forecasts improve renewable energy output?
Weather forecasts turn renewable variability into performance. High-res models boost solar and wind yields, cut imbalances, and keep grids stable at
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How do weather events affect energy investments?
Extreme weather impacts energy demand, supply, and infrastructure—shaping risks and opportunities for renewable and fossil fuel investments.
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What weather factors influence gas usage?
Weather impacts natural gas demand more than you think. From cold snaps to wind chill, see how climate shapes gas use across sectors and seasons.
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7 Ways Weather affects energy systems
Weather affects how renewables perform, from solar and wind to hydropower. Understanding these effects is key to building a reliable, low-carbon energy
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7 Pros and cons of weather variability for renewables
As renewables rise, understanding weather variability is key. It shapes solar and wind output, affects grid stability, and drives innovation in energy
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Cold Dunkelflauten in Germany: a hidden challenge for the energy transition
Author: Rasul Dadiev, Junior Expert at Montel Energy
Are cold Dunkelflauten truly a threat to energy security? We analyze their frequency and impact