alvvayson ,

Using a static model is too simplistic.

An A/C consumes more energy when the temperature difference is higher, which is when it’s sunny outside. At those points in time, the grid is receiving a lot of solar power.

So just saying a grid has 10% solar is too simplistic. That grid probably has 30% solar during summer noon and 0% solar on a winter morning.

If your goal is to save emissions, your best bet is to get some solar panels if you can, run the A/C when the sun is shining. Have a well insulated house that acts as a thermal battery and turn the A/C off during the peaks of the duck curve.

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