Some energy experts say battery-powered vehicles will increasingly help keep the lights on and support electric grids, rather than straining them.
Category: Power Failures and Blackouts
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Were You at a Wedding During the 2003 Blackout? We Want to Hear From You.
A massive blackout in New York City interrupted many celebrations 20 years ago. We want to hear from couples and guests who were at a wedding during the power outage.
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Facing Brutal Heat, the Texas Electric Grid Has a New Ally: Solar Power
The amount of solar energy generated in Texas has grown exponentially. Some Republicans question the state’s increasing reliance on renewable power.
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Backup Power: A Growing Need, if You Can Afford It
Extreme weather linked to climate change is causing more blackouts. But generators and batteries are still out of reach of many.
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The Real-World Costs of the Digital Race for Bitcoin
Bitcoin mines cash in on electricity — by devouring it, selling it, even turning it off — and they cause immense pollution. In many cases, the public pays a price.
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Does Your Home Have Backup Power? We Want to Hear From You.
The New York Times – Business:Sales of generators and home batteries are up as people look to protect themselves from power outages, which are becoming more common.
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Kyiv Workers Find Their Way Online Even as Ukraine Faces Power Outages
The New York Times – Business:Sporadic power outages have people resorting to makeshift office spaces in the Ukrainian capital. Stores have set up power hubs, and workers are getting comfortable doing their jobs in home furnishing displays.
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Germany’s Energy Crisis Is a Cue to Chop Wood and Stock Up
The New York Times – Business:The high cost of natural gas and electricity is prompting many to prepare for outages and shortages. For some, it’s been a way of life for years.
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Advice for Europeans: Bundle Up and Get Ready for Outages
The New York Times – Business:As temperatures drop amid an energy crisis, governments say power blackouts may be necessary to conserve electricity.