Chapter
The Challenges of Going Off-the-Grid with Solar Power
06:38 - 09:18 (02:40)
The use of solar power entails challenges such as the need for multiple generators, depending on the amount of electricity needed which can be 19,000 generators in some cases, as well as the availability of sunlight and cooperation from power companies.
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The American power grid is a modern marvel because of its size, with 19,000 generators, 55,000 substations, 642,000 miles of transmission lines and 6.3 million miles of distribution lines.
06:38 - 07:38 (01:00)
America power grid
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The American power grid is a modern marvel because of its size, with 19,000 generators, 55,000 substations, 642,000 miles of transmission lines and 6.3 million miles of distribution lines.
ChapterThe Challenges of Going Off-the-Grid with Solar Power
EpisodeHow the Electrical Grid Works
PodcastStuff You Should Know
This transcript snippet is about a discussion on whether or not to have an individual in the community bury his power lines after he opted out of the initial community plan to do so.
07:38 - 09:18 (01:40)
Power Lines
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This transcript snippet is about a discussion on whether or not to have an individual in the community bury his power lines after he opted out of the initial community plan to do so.