How To Prepare For Blackouts With Solar Energy
Power outages are increasing at an alarming rate throughout the US. You may have noticed an increase in storms and other extreme weather. Unfortunately, this trend is unlikely to die down anytime soon, due to rising temperatures caused by global warming.
The problems are caused by blackouts
Power outages can cause a multitude of problems, for example, your freezer thawing out. If youâre preparing food and the power goes out for hours, your meal could spoil, especially at high temperatures. Or, you might not be able to do laundry or take a shower before work. These issues add to the stress of a blackout, but thankfully, they can be avoided.
Stay comfortable during a blackout
If youâre on the other end of the weather spectrum, and more worried about freezing temperatures than the dangers of heat, storing solar energy can help you withstand a dangerous blackout. Interestingly, colder climates are perfect for solar panels. They work even in snowy weather conditions, meaning you can store energy for even the coldest of nights during a blackout.
Imagine if a blackout occurred in your neighborhood, and whilst others were searching for candles and torches in the dark, youâre cuddled up on the couch watching your favorite TV show with your favorite weekday meal in the oven. Itâs possible with a combination of solar panels and solar energy storage batteries.
How do solar panels work during a blackout?
Solar panels that have battery storage can help you prepare for a blackout. If you have solar power, but donât have a battery, you wonât have power during a blackout. Solar batteries store excess power from your solar panels. If youâve installed solar energy in your home, you can save money by offsetting your electricity bill by up to 110%.
This means your solar panels might be producing more solar energy than you need on a daily basis. Instead of letting this power go to waste, you can purchase a solar battery to save your energy for a rainy day.
Imagine if a blackout occurred in your neighborhood, and whilst others were searching for candles and torches in the dark, youâre cuddled up on the couch watching your favorite TV show with your favorite weekday meal in the oven. Itâs possible with a combination of solar panels and solar energy storage batteries.
By installing solar energy in your home and encouraging others to do so, you can help reduce the number of blackouts caused by an overload on the power grid.
Catalyst Solar is there to help you every step of the way on your solar energy journey. Avoid the scorching heat of summer blackout, the dangers of carbon monoxide, and spoiled food by installing solar and solar battery storage in your home today! Contact us to get a solar energy quote and find out about solar storage options.
