2024-02-26
DISTRIBUTED ENERGY STORAGE-What Is Distributed Energy and How Does It Work?
With electricity prices going up and rolling blackouts on the rise in different parts of the country, some energy experts are asking whether it’s time to rethink the structure of the power grid. Although consumers have the power to choose their electricity provider in some states like Texas, you can’t easily choose your power grid or switch to a different one. Distributed energy resources (DERs) provide consumers and energy providers with more options. A distributed energy system can reduce the frequency of outages by drawing power from multiple sources, rather than a centralized power system. Here’s everything you need to know about distributed energy, including how you can install your own home generator or energy storage system.