Social, environmental, and economic consequences of integrating renewable energies in the electricity sector: a review

Social, environmental, and economic consequences of integrating renewable energies in the electricity sector: a review Abstract The global shift from a fossil fuel-based to an electrical-based society is commonly viewed as an ecological improvement. However, the electrical power industry is a major source of carbon dioxide emissions, and incorporating renewable energy can still negatively impact the environment. Despite rising research in renewable energy, the impact of renewable energy consump...