Renewables Helped Prevent Blackouts on New England’s Hottest Day This Summer

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By Paige BennettJul 18, 2025, 2:48 pm102 ptsTrending
Renewable energy sources, such as solar power and battery storage, have helped keep power on in New England, even during peak demand on the hottest day of summer. According to a recent report from the nonprofit Acadia Center, more than 5 gigawatts of behind-the-meter solar provided additional support during…

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