As you say climate change and renewables is so politically charged and polarised that it is very difficult to get credible information and data.
Previously I tried to get information on the size of the foundations used for wind turbines, I realise that they are partially dependant on location and ground conditions, but there is almost nothing publically available. I eventually found a research proposal from the USA DoE with some data. I was trying to compare the excavation and concrete requirements for Hinkley Point C with the requirements for an equivalent number of wind turbines assuming 20% capacity factor. The figures for the nuclear power station were readily available.
As you say climate change and renewables is so politically charged and polarised that it is very difficult to get credible information and data.
Previously I tried to get information on the size of the foundations used for wind turbines, I realise that they are partially dependant on location and ground conditions, but there is almost nothing publically available. I eventually found a research proposal from the USA DoE with some data. I was trying to compare the excavation and concrete requirements for Hinkley Point C with the requirements for an equivalent number of wind turbines assuming 20% capacity factor. The figures for the nuclear power station were readily available.
