Electricity Generation: From History to Future Directions

Explore the fundamentals of electricity generation in this comprehensive lecture by Diana Gragg from Stanford University. Delve into the historical significance of electricity, learn about various generation methods, and understand how to calculate the Levelized Cost of Electricity (LCOE). Examine the environmental impacts associated with electricity production and gain insights into future trends in the industry. The lecture covers key topics including the history and importance of electricity, supply-side generation techniques, simplified economics, environmental concerns, and upcoming developments in the field. Benefit from Gragg's expertise as a Core Lecturer in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Managing Director of Explore Energy at Stanford's Precourt Institute for Energy. This informative session is part of Stanford's Understand Energy initiative, designed to enhance energy literacy and empower individuals to address climate change, sustainability, and energy-related challenges.