By Lara Howell
This year is projected to be one of the hottest on record, and even this Texas-raised girl is feeling the Virginia heat this summer!
We all want to save the planet, but we also want to cool our homes and keep the lights on during the scorching heat of the summer. Renewable energy has emerged as a game-changer in boosting grid capacity and preventing blackouts while we crank air conditioning day and night as the summer grinds on. As we increase solar and other renewable generation and battery storage capacity across the country, we can use clean, affordable energy to power our homes and keep us safe during this record-breaking heat.
Below are some examples of how solar energy and battery storage are saving the day and changing the game.
Solar energy is making power moves
Solar energy is quickly becoming a key player in energy grids nationwide.
In order to keep the power on and the air…
