Distributed Power Banishes Blackouts In Puerto Rico — Episode 251 of Local Energy Rules

It’s been eight years since Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico, causing one of the longest power outages in U.S. history and leaving behind a fragile electric grid. But Puerto Ricans have taken their future into their own hands, and thousands of locals have invested in solar panels and batteries to keep the lights on for themselves and for everyone. For this episode of the Local Energy Rules…