Will Britain do the same?

Britain Will Need Gas to Avoid Blackouts for Decades as Wind Power Falls Short 71% of the Year, Says National Gas Chief

Mr. Butterworth foresees a time when millions of ‘green’ heat pumps will be whirring away – but using un-green power produced in gas-fired power stations.

He said: “That is actually far less efficient than burning gas in your house. Domestic gas boilers are about 90% efficient but the best power station is about 50% efficient.”