Renewable Rides Ep 72: The Realities of Grid Hardening and Onsite Energy as Adaptation Infrastructure
What do California's wildfires reveal about the vulnerabilities in our energy infrastructure? In this episode, we talk about the devastating impact of the recent wildfires in California and how climate change is reshaping the way we think about energy systems. You'll learn about the urgent need for grid hardening and why the traditional centralized power systems might not be enough to handle the challenges ahead.
We explain the concept of decentralized energy systems, exploring how businesses and individuals can adapt to these changing conditions by investing in more resilient infrastructure. From the staggering costs of undergrounding power lines to the role of renewable energy in stabilizing costs, we provide insights into how to future-proof energy systems to not just survive but thrive in a rapidly changing world.
What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode:
- The current state of California's wildfires and their impact.
- How centralized power systems are vulnerable to extreme weather.
- The concept of grid hardening and its importance.
- Costs associated with undergrounding power lines.
- The benefits of decentralized energy systems.
- Real-life examples of businesses adopting resilient energy solutions.
- How renewable energy helps stabilize power costs.
- The role of utility companies in grid hardening.
- Practical steps for businesses to prepare for power outages.
- The future of energy sovereignty and its necessity.
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You can view a video of the conversation on VECKTA's website here: https://tinyurl.com/mz66bvra