California's renewable energy meets grid demand for some hours, but high costs strain household budgets.

California claims its renewable energy has met grid demand for 40 out of 48 days, but this only holds true for specific hours, not the entire day. The state mandates utilities to buy clean energy, leading to high electricity rates and customer debt. For instance, the Ivanpah Solar project, despite receiving huge subsidies, has faced operational issues. Residential electricity rates have surged by over 80% in the last decade, causing many households to fall behind on bills.

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