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energy2 years ago•6 min saved

Electric Vehicles: The Solution to Blackout Power Outages

As electric grids face increasing strain from extreme weather events, some homeowners are turning to their electric vehicles (EVs) as a source of backup power. The batteries in EVs, such as the Ford F-150 Lightning and the upcoming electric Chevrolet Silverado pickup, can store more energy than home batteries, making them a viable option for keeping the lights on during power outages. Utilities are also exploring the possibility of using EVs to support the grid by absorbing excess power and releasing it when needed. While the technology is still being refined, the use of EVs for backup power could help reduce emissions and reliance on fossil fuels.

via The New York Times|

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climate-change2 years ago•8 min saved

The Increasing Demand for Reliable Power Solutions in the US.

As climate change increases the severity of extreme weather, blackouts are becoming more common, leaving millions of people dangerously exposed to the heat and cold. Power outages make heat, already a major cause of avoidable deaths, even more of a threat. Energy experts warn that power outages will become more common, and those blackouts will hurt more people as Americans buy electric heat pumps and battery-powered cars to replace furnaces and vehicles that burn fossil fuels. Backup power systems can be as small as portable gasoline generators that can cost $500 or less, but many people cannot afford generators or the fuel on which they run.

via The New York Times|

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