The people’s power plant: How Puerto Rico turned home batteries into a reliable grid asset
AI Article Summary
After Hurricane Maria in 2017, homes in Puerto Rico transformed into mini power plants. Residents started generating their own electricity using rooftop solar systems coupled with batteries for storage. This decentralized energy approach has turned home batteries into a crucial component of a reliable grid asset for the island.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This project shows how decentralized energy systems can enhance grid reliability, suggesting that Canadian contractors might consider similar renewable energy and storage solutions to improve resilience against natural disasters. For Canadian builders, this means potential new opportunities in retrofitting homes or integrating advanced energy solutions that may require changes in permitting and increased collaboration with technology providers.
