How can diesel generators be “greener” than large power stations?
Flexitricity is called only when the national electricity system is under stress, when National Grid would otherwise call on the oldest and most polluting power stations. All of these emit more CO2 for the same generation than diesel engines. Many older power stations require up to twelve hours’ notice before they can generate; in contrast, standby generators can reach full power in under a minute. No CO2 is released in keeping a standby diesel in reserve. Go Back. | Go To Top.
Flexitricity is called only when the national electricity system is under stress, when National Grid would otherwise call on the oldest and most polluting power stations. All of these emit more CO2 for the same generation than diesel engines. Many older power stations require up to twelve hours’ notice before they can generate; in contrast, standby generators can reach full power in under a minute. No CO2 is released in keeping a standby diesel in reserve. Go Back.
