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Why the Next Microgrids Will Be Well Connected

Cars That Think

In September 2017 , Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico. The winds had barely died down when electric-power specialists and others began calling for a radical overhaul of Puerto Rico’s electricity networks, one that would emphasize renewable energy, distributed generation, and, critically, microgrids.

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Tesla submerges Powerwall 3 in water amidst larger advertising efforts

Teslarati

kW of continuous backup power and on-grid power, as can be seen on Tesla’s website in the U.S. In multiple past outage and climate events, Powerwalls have helped homeowners and commercial spaces keep the lights on. Tesla launches large-scale Virtual Power Plant (VPP) at Puerto Rico What are your thoughts?

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As Biden heads out, $43.7M goes to 25 EV charging accelerator projects

Baua Electric

The three main goals of the funding are to expand access to electrified mobility options for folks who dont have access to home charging, accelerate opportunities for fleet electrification, and improve and advance managed charging systems to mitigate impacts and optimize usage of the grid. Electrifying fleets for people and goods.

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Tesla finalizes 430MW Megapack contract in Puerto Rico

Teslarati

Tesla Megapacks are set to back a new energy storage facility in Puerto Rico, after officials from the territory’s government and from the company met last week to sign a contract for the deal. “The signing of this agreement with Tesla represents a momentous change in Puerto Rico’s energy transformation.

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Everything You Should Know About the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program

EV Connect

On September 27, the Biden-Harris Administration announced it has approved Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Plans for all 50 States, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico ahead of schedule under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program (NEVI for short). and Puerto Rico, had submitted their plans.