Charged EVs

JANUARY 25, 2024

Although both can be caused by the same phenomena, transients are more likely the result of nearby lightning strikes and step changes in loading on the grid, while surges are more likely the result of the same phenomena occurring much farther away (the intervening grid equipment and distribution lines softening up the disturbances, so to speak).

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Grid DC Energy Plug-in 86

Baua Electric

JANUARY 25, 2024

Although both can be caused by the same phenomena, transients are more likely the result of nearby lightning strikes and step changes in loading on the grid, while surges are more likely the result of the same phenomena occurring much farther away (the intervening grid equipment and distribution lines softening up the disturbances, so to speak).

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Charging Grid DC Energy 52

The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 20, 2023

I spent a few days in the Florida sunshine this week, behind the wheel of a most basic 2023 Corolla LE. Although it looks cheap, the feel of the door handle is more premium than you might expect. Outside the LE there’s a constant reminder of base trim via some very cheap-looking plastic wheel covers. cubic feet.

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Creative Greenius

AUGUST 10, 2009

I’ve written recently about the pulverizing one-two punch that AB 811 – which gives property owners 20 year loans to pay for solar PV installation – and AB 920 – which pays solar PV owners for any excess solar power they produce and pump back into the grid - packs. AB 811 is already law and here in L.A.

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Solar California Climate Change Re-Charge 186