Energy and Environment

Puerto Rico blackout sparks interest in solar power for island’s electric grid

By Josh Siegel
Published January 1, 2018 5:08am ET
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Puerto Rico blackout sparks interest in solar power for island’s electric grid
About 55 percent of Puerto Rico’s 3.5 million residents have power more than 100 days after Hurricane Maria pummeled the island, leading to the largest blackout in U.S. history. As crews work to restore power for the entire territory, a task that could last into May, the energy industry and other stakeholders are aiming to […]

About 55 percent of Puerto Rico’s 3.5 million residents have power more than 100 days after Hurricane Maria pummeled the island, leading to the largest blackout in U.S. history.

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