When The Power Grid Is Down, Microgrids Come To The Rescue

When Southern California Edison pulls the plug on power to keep its equipment from starting wildfires on red flag days, it can be a major headache for homes and businesses.
Places such as hospitals and factories often turn to energy microgrids during shutoffs to keep the lights and air conditioning on, but other entities are also starting to invest in energy-independent "power islands."
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