{"id":1140,"date":"2021-05-15T09:19:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-15T09:19:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/complete-guide-transitioning-from-hydrocarbons-to-renewables\/"},"modified":"2026-04-29T15:26:56","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T15:26:56","slug":"complete-guide-transitioning-from-hydrocarbons-to-renewables","status":"publish","type":"news-and-insights","link":"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/fr\/insights\/complete-guide-transitioning-from-hydrocarbons-to-renewables\/","title":{"rendered":"Transitioning from Hydrocarbons to Renewable Energy"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- Start Block: acf\/wysiwyg -->\n\n<section class=\"wysiwyg section-padding bg-white\">\n    <div class=\"container-fluid\">\n        \n        <div class=\"row\">\n                            <div class=\"col-lg-8 columns js-animated-content animated-content\">\n                                        <p>The question of investing in renewables vs. hydrocarbons is complicated, with many significant factors to account for. Hydrocarbons are organic compounds composed of hydrogen and carbon. You&rsquo;ll find hydrocarbons in petroleum, natural gas, plastics, many fuels and other materials. They also occur naturally in plants as carotenes. Modern society relies on hydrocarbons for energy and industrial processes. However, hydrocarbons are nonrenewable, and they contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and pollution. They often have detrimental effects on human, animal and plant health, endangering species and ecosystems.<\/p>\n<p>For these reasons, society is engaged in efforts to reduce its reliance on hydrocarbons by improving and utilizing renewable, clean energy sources. Increased use of energy sources such as wind, solar and hydropower will reduce hydrocarbon\u2019s environmental impact. Though this energy transition presents challenges, it\u2019s necessary and possible Now is the time for utility companies and communities to invest in alternative energy projects.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/contact-us\/\">Contact Us<\/a><\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"col-lg-4 columns js-animated-content animated-content\">\n                                        <div class=\"wysiwyg__links js-animated-content animated-content\">\n                        <div class=\"wysiwyg__links__top \">\n                                                        <h4>Related Services<\/h4>\n                                                                                    <ul class=\"js-animated-content animated-content\">\n                                                                <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/markets\/power-and-utilities\/renewables\/hydropower\/\" target=\"_self\">Hydropower<\/a><\/li>\n                                                                <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/markets\/power-and-utilities\/renewables\/offshore-wind\/\" target=\"_self\">Offshore Wind Development<\/a><\/li>\n                                                                <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/markets\/power-and-utilities\/renewables\/onshore-wind\/\" target=\"_self\">Onshore Wind Energy Development<\/a><\/li>\n                                                                <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/markets\/power-and-utilities\/renewables\/renewable-natural-gas\/\" target=\"_self\">Renewable Natural Gas<\/a><\/li>\n                                                                <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/markets\/power-and-utilities\/renewables\/solar-power-development\/\" target=\"_self\">Solar Power Development<\/a><\/li>\n                                                            <\/ul>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                                            <div class=\"wysiwyg__links__bottom\">\n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/services\" target=\"_self\">View All Services<\/a>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<!-- End Block: acf\/wysiwyg -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: acf\/innerpage-image-buttons-with-tabs -->\n<section class=\"tab-slider section-margins bg-white\">\n    <div class=\"container-fluid\">\n        <div class=\"tab-slider-top-content js-animated-content animated-content\">\n                        <div class=\"tab-slider-top-content-left js-animated-content animated-content\">\n                <h2>Hydrocarbons to Renewables: A Complete Guide<\/h2>\n<p>Learn all about transitioning from hydrocarbons to renewables.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"tab-slider-for\">\n            <div class=\"tab-slider-for-item\">\n                                <div class=\"row\">\n                                                        <div class=\"col-xxs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-4 project-list-card-item\">\n                        <div class=\"project-list-card \">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-digital-man.png\" class=\"object-fit project-list-card-image\" alt=\"trc-digital-man\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-digital-man.png 1792w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-digital-man-300x161.png 300w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-digital-man-1024x549.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-digital-man-768x411.png 768w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-digital-man-1536x823.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-digital-man-1120x600.png 1120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>                            <div class=\"project-list-card__details\">\n                                                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/part-1-the-economics-of-transitioning-to-renewables\/\" class=\"project-list-card-title\">1. Renewables Economics<\/a>                                    \n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/part-1-the-economics-of-transitioning-to-renewables\/\" class=\"project-card-redirect-btn\"><i class=\"icon-link\"><\/i><\/a>\n                                \n                                <div class=\"project-list-card__content hidden-xs-down project-has-button\">\n                                    <!-- <p>Transitioning to renewable energy requires examining its economic impacts.\n...<\/p> -->\n                                    <p>Transitioning to renewable energy requires examining its economic impacts.\n<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                \n                                                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/part-1-the-economics-of-transitioning-to-renewables\/\" class=\"project-card-cta-btn btn btn-secondary\">learn more<\/a>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"col-xxs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-4 project-list-card-item\">\n                        <div class=\"project-list-card \">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/female-environmental-researcher-taking-a-stream-water-sample.png\" class=\"object-fit project-list-card-image\" alt=\"female-environmental-researcher-taking-a-stream-water-sample\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/female-environmental-researcher-taking-a-stream-water-sample.png 1792w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/female-environmental-researcher-taking-a-stream-water-sample-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/female-environmental-researcher-taking-a-stream-water-sample-1024x682.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/female-environmental-researcher-taking-a-stream-water-sample-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/female-environmental-researcher-taking-a-stream-water-sample-1536x1023.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/female-environmental-researcher-taking-a-stream-water-sample-901x600.png 901w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>                            <div class=\"project-list-card__details\">\n                                                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/part-2-environmental-impacts-of-transitioning-to-renewables\/\" class=\"project-list-card-title\">2. Environmental Impacts<\/a>                                    \n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/part-2-environmental-impacts-of-transitioning-to-renewables\/\" class=\"project-card-redirect-btn\"><i class=\"icon-link\"><\/i><\/a>\n                                \n                                <div class=\"project-list-card__content hidden-xs-down project-has-button\">\n                                    <!-- <p>Moving from hydrocarbons to renewables will benefit the environment in many ways.\n...<\/p> -->\n                                    <p>Moving from hydrocarbons to renewables will benefit the environment in many ways.\n<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                \n                                                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/part-2-environmental-impacts-of-transitioning-to-renewables\/\" class=\"project-card-cta-btn btn btn-secondary\">learn more<\/a>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"col-xxs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-4 project-list-card-item\">\n                        <div class=\"project-list-card \">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/56eb414a-transition-to-renewables-from-hydrocarbons-pylon-and-photovoltaic-panels-1143865401.jpg\" class=\"object-fit project-list-card-image\" alt=\"56eb414a-transition-to-renewables-from-hydrocarbons-pylon-and-photovoltaic-panels-1143865401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/56eb414a-transition-to-renewables-from-hydrocarbons-pylon-and-photovoltaic-panels-1143865401.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/56eb414a-transition-to-renewables-from-hydrocarbons-pylon-and-photovoltaic-panels-1143865401-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/56eb414a-transition-to-renewables-from-hydrocarbons-pylon-and-photovoltaic-panels-1143865401-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/56eb414a-transition-to-renewables-from-hydrocarbons-pylon-and-photovoltaic-panels-1143865401-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/56eb414a-transition-to-renewables-from-hydrocarbons-pylon-and-photovoltaic-panels-1143865401-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/56eb414a-transition-to-renewables-from-hydrocarbons-pylon-and-photovoltaic-panels-1143865401-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>                            <div class=\"project-list-card__details\">\n                                                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/part-3-transitioning-away-from-hydrocarbons\/\" class=\"project-list-card-title\">3. Renewables Transition<\/a>                                    \n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/part-3-transitioning-away-from-hydrocarbons\/\" class=\"project-card-redirect-btn\"><i class=\"icon-link\"><\/i><\/a>\n                                \n                                <div class=\"project-list-card__content hidden-xs-down project-has-button\">\n                                    <!-- <p>Many alternative energy sources are available, each with its own pros and cons.\n...<\/p> -->\n                                    <p>Many alternative energy sources are available, each with its own pros and cons.\n<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                \n                                                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/part-3-transitioning-away-from-hydrocarbons\/\" class=\"project-card-cta-btn btn btn-secondary\">learn more<\/a>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"col-xxs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-4 project-list-card-item\">\n                        <div class=\"project-list-card \">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"369\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/solar-alabama.png\" class=\"object-fit project-list-card-image\" alt=\"solar-alabama\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/solar-alabama.png 1792w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/solar-alabama-300x158.png 300w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/solar-alabama-1024x539.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/solar-alabama-768x405.png 768w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/solar-alabama-1536x809.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/solar-alabama-1139x600.png 1139w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>                            <div class=\"project-list-card__details\">\n                                                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/part-4-how-to-take-a-renewable-project-from-planning-to-construction\/\" class=\"project-list-card-title\">4. Construction Planning<\/a>                                    \n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/part-4-how-to-take-a-renewable-project-from-planning-to-construction\/\" class=\"project-card-redirect-btn\"><i class=\"icon-link\"><\/i><\/a>\n                                \n                                <div class=\"project-list-card__content hidden-xs-down project-has-button\">\n                                    <!-- <p>Once you\u2019ve decided to invest in renewable energy technology, you\u2019ll need to understand the process.\n...<\/p> -->\n                                    <p>Once you\u2019ve decided to invest in renewable energy technology, you\u2019ll need to understand the process.\n<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                \n                                                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/part-4-how-to-take-a-renewable-project-from-planning-to-construction\/\" class=\"project-card-cta-btn btn btn-secondary\">learn more<\/a>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"col-xxs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-4 project-list-card-item\">\n                        <div class=\"project-list-card \">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Substations-Safeguard-Getty-Image.jpg\" class=\"object-fit project-list-card-image\" alt=\"Substations-Safeguard-Getty-Image\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Substations-Safeguard-Getty-Image.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Substations-Safeguard-Getty-Image-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Substations-Safeguard-Getty-Image-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Substations-Safeguard-Getty-Image-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Substations-Safeguard-Getty-Image-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>                            <div class=\"project-list-card__details\">\n                                                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/conclusion-speak-with-the-experts-at-trc\/\" class=\"project-list-card-title\">5. Speak With the Experts<\/a>                                    \n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/conclusion-speak-with-the-experts-at-trc\/\" class=\"project-card-redirect-btn\"><i class=\"icon-link\"><\/i><\/a>\n                                \n                                <div class=\"project-list-card__content hidden-xs-down project-has-button\">\n                                    <!-- <p>TRC can help companies navigate their transition from hydrocarbons to renewables.\n...<\/p> -->\n                                    <p>TRC can help companies navigate their transition from hydrocarbons to renewables.\n<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                \n                                                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/insights\/conclusion-speak-with-the-experts-at-trc\/\" class=\"project-card-cta-btn btn btn-secondary\">learn more<\/a>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n               \n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<!-- End Block: acf\/innerpage-image-buttons-with-tabs -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: acf\/wysiwyg -->\n\n<section class=\"wysiwyg section-padding bg-white-fog\">\n    <div class=\"container-fluid\">\n                    <div class=\"wysiwyg__wrapper\">\n        \n        <div class=\"row\">\n                        <div class=\"col-lg-12\">\n                                                                                \n                                                <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"col-lg-12 js-animated-content animated-content\">\n                    <h2>Does Renewable Energy Use Hydrocarbons?<\/h2>\n<p>One challenge of transitioning to renewable energy sources is that hydrocarbons serve as a building block for their production. For example, wind turbines and electric vehicles both include plastic components. Additionally, reliability challenges with renewable energy sources mean natural gas is still a necessary backup. In other words, hydrocarbons remain important during this global transition towards renewable energy sources.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<!-- End Block: acf\/wysiwyg -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: acf\/innerpage-half-text-half-image -->\n\n<section class=\"half-and-half flex-row section-padding image-block-left bg-white text-column-one image-size-cover\">\n    <div class=\"half-and-half-image\">\n        <div class=\"half-and-half-image__wrap\">\n                                                <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GettyImages-865302306-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"object-fit\" alt=\"GettyImages-865302306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GettyImages-865302306-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GettyImages-865302306-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GettyImages-865302306-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GettyImages-865302306-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GettyImages-865302306-2048x1367.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GettyImages-865302306-899x600.jpg 899w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>                                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"half-and-half-text\">\n        <div class=\"half-and-half-text__wrapper js-animated-content animated-content\">\n                                        <h2>Can We Switch Completely to Renewable Energy?<\/h2>\n<p>Society relies on fossil fuels for several reasons. Fossil fuels are among the most reliable, forms of energy humans have ever used. They powered the industrial revolution and shaped society as it is today. Coal offers three times the energy density of dry wood \u2014 coal allowed vehicles to travel farther with decreased fuel storage. Oil is even more energy-dense than coal, and its liquid form allows for convenient internal combustion. Today, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brookings.edu\/articles\/why-are-fossil-fuels-so-hard-to-quit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">over 64% of global electricity<\/a> generation comes from fossil fuels.<\/p>\n<p>Transitioning away from hydrocarbons on a global scale will be difficult \u2013 but it is necessary. Each renewable energy solution necessitates more research and development. Practical, political and environmental challenges arise for each renewable energy solution that must be mitigated.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<!-- End Block: acf\/innerpage-half-text-half-image -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: acf\/innerpage-accordion -->\n<section class=\"fx-accordion js-accordion section-margins\">\n    <div class=\"container-fluid\">\n        <div class=\"fx-accordion-flex\">\n                        <div class=\"fx-accordion-top-content js-animated-content animated-content\">\n                <div class=\"fx-accordion-top-content__inner\">\n                    <h2>Moving towards Decarbonization<\/h2>\n<p>Systems revolving around fossil fuels are being <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/fr\/insights\/all-source-competitive-solicitations-for-utilities\/\">transformed<\/a> to focus on decarbonization, digitalization and advanced grid technologies.<\/p>\n<p>Being at the forefront of these trends is critical to revitalizing the U.S. economy. As more and more states enact greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction mandates, utilities are pushing to find more energy-efficient and less carbon-intense energy sources to achieve decarbonization.<\/p>\n<p>The move to decarbonization implies revamping the way we produce and distribute power. The transition could increase net employment over the next decade and revitalize multiple economic sectors. The way we currently produce and consume energy is not going to change overnight.<\/p>\n<p>Decarbonization refers to the lowering of carbon intensity, or decreasing CO2 output per unit of electricity generated. It reduces carbon intensity, lowering the amounts of greenhouse gases (GHG) produced by burning fossil fuels.<\/p>\n<p>This objective can be completed through strategic decarbonization initiatives and a focus on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/services\/advanced-energy-programs\/\">advanced energy programs<\/a>. From building efficiency to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/fr\/insights\/strategic-electrification-three-proven-pathways-for-carbon-reduction\/\">strategic electrification<\/a>, industry experts are finding creative ways to achieve this goal.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"fx-accordion-right\">\n                <div class=\"fx-accordion__panels js-animated-content animated-content\">    \n                                        <article class=\"fx-accordion__panel js-accordion-item icon--collapse\" data-accordion-id=\"0\">\n                        <button class=\"fx-accordion__panel__toggle js-accordion-headline\" type=\"button\" data-accordion-id=\"0\">Is the Switch Possible?<\/button>    \n                        <div class=\"fx-accordion__panel__content\">\n                            <p>It may not be possible for every country to use only renewables. Differences in terrain and access to renewable energy sources are determining factors. For example, not all parts of the world have the consistent sunlight needed for solar energy to be effective. Still, decreasing reliance on fossil fuels will have a positive environmental and societal impact.<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/article>\n                                        <article class=\"fx-accordion__panel js-accordion-item\" data-accordion-id=\"1\">\n                        <button class=\"fx-accordion__panel__toggle js-accordion-headline\" type=\"button\" data-accordion-id=\"1\">How Long Would It Take to Transition to Renewable Energy?<\/button>    \n                        <div class=\"fx-accordion__panel__content\">\n                            <p>The timeline for the transition will depend on many different variables. Ever-changing political landscapes have a major influence. When governments allocate funding to alternative energy research and tax credits, they help expedite the timeline. More utility companies and communities should begin renewable energy construction projects to increase accessibility in more places.<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/article>\n                                        <article class=\"fx-accordion__panel js-accordion-item\" data-accordion-id=\"2\">\n                        <button class=\"fx-accordion__panel__toggle js-accordion-headline\" type=\"button\" data-accordion-id=\"2\">How Much Would It Cost to Switch from Fossil Fuels to Renewable Energy?<\/button>    \n                        <div class=\"fx-accordion__panel__content\">\n                            <p>Transitioning to renewable energy is an expensive endeavor. One analysis found transitioning the United States to 100% renewable energy would cost about $4.5 trillion. The cost comes from building infrastructure for renewable energy, including wind turbines and solar panels. It also includes the cost of creating battery storage and doubling transmission lines.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s important to note this price tag is based on the technology of 2019, which has already seen significant improvements in the years since. Further innovation will help bring these costs down. Individuals and companies interested in renewable energy projects benefit from government funding and incentive programs. For example, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) includes billions of dollars to help fund transmission grid projects that can help integrate renewable power generation into the power supply.<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/article>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<!-- End Block: acf\/innerpage-accordion -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: acf\/innerpage-promotion-blocks -->\n\n<section class=\"cta-right-image-text\">\n    <div class=\"cta-right-image-text__wrap\">\n        <div class=\"cta-right-image-text__text\">\n            <div class=\"cta-right-image-text__text__wrap js-animated-content animated-content\">\n                <h2>How TRC Can Help With Your Renewable Energy Projects<\/h2>\n<p>At TRC, we help advance <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/markets\/power-and-utilities\/renewables\/\">renewable energy projects<\/a> from concept to completion. Power and utility markets are rapidly changing \u2014 TRC can help you keep pace. We provide innovative solutions for renewable energy project development. We will plan, permit, engineer and support the construction of your renewable energy project, advising you during every step of the process. If you want to claim your part of the transition from hydrocarbons to renewables, TRC can help.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/contact-us\/\">Contact Us<\/a><\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"cta-right-image-text__image\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1792\" height=\"1828\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-renewables-solar-panel-walkthrough.png\" class=\"object-fit\" alt=\"trc-renewables-solar-panel-walkthrough\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-renewables-solar-panel-walkthrough.png 1792w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-renewables-solar-panel-walkthrough-294x300.png 294w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-renewables-solar-panel-walkthrough-1004x1024.png 1004w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-renewables-solar-panel-walkthrough-768x783.png 768w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-renewables-solar-panel-walkthrough-1506x1536.png 1506w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-renewables-solar-panel-walkthrough-588x600.png 588w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-renewables-solar-panel-walkthrough-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/www.trccompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/trc-renewables-solar-panel-walkthrough-48x48.png 48w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1792px) 100vw, 1792px\" \/>            <span class=\"top\"><\/span>\n            <span class=\"bottom\"><\/span>\n            <span class=\"left\"><\/span>\n            <span class=\"right\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- End Block: acf\/innerpage-promotion-blocks -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: acf\/wysiwyg -->\n\n<section class=\"wysiwyg section-padding bg-white\">\n    <div class=\"container-fluid\">\n                    <div class=\"wysiwyg__wrapper\">\n        \n        <div class=\"row\">\n                        <div class=\"col-lg-12\">\n                                                                                \n                                                <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"col-lg-12 js-animated-content animated-content\">\n                    <h2>What You\u2019ll Learn in This Guide<\/h2>\n<p>This guide discusses the intricacies of transitioning to renewable energy sources. We\u2019ll consider the economic and environmental implications of making the switch and provide information on how to plan and implement a renewable energy project. Learn all about transitioning from hydrocarbons to renewables.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<!-- End Block: acf\/wysiwyg -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: acf\/innerpage-promotion-blocks -->\n\n<section class=\"cta-right-image-text\">\n    <div class=\"cta-right-image-text__wrap\">\n        <div class=\"cta-right-image-text__text\">\n            <div class=\"cta-right-image-text__text__wrap js-animated-content animated-content\">\n                <h2>Go to Part 1: Economics of Renewables<\/h2>\n<p>One of the biggest obstacles involved with the transition to renewable energy is speculation about its economic impact. Some worry that switching to renewables will cause instability in the economy, leading to job losses. 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