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Amy LeGr

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Amidst the ongoing climate crisis, the increase in extreme weather phenomena has led to a surge in power outages throughout the world. There is a growing need for improved community resilience within the electrical grids to manage these unforeseen events to sustain productivity, safety, and endeavors impacting the quality of life. Currently, the primary backup power resource is diesel generators, which are not only unreliable for long periods of time, but also release harmful greenhouse gases into the air. This major fault in current systems can cost millions in damages, disrupting the infrastructure that is relied upon so heavily. Given the magnitude of the problem and the gaps with current solutions, the authors propose a shift to integrating solar energy systems into community resilience strategies. This paper reviews the current literature highlighting the benefits, challenges, and opportunities for using solar energy to drive community resilience. This paper concludes by issuing a call to action that establishes a collaborative agenda toward prioritizing a shift from diesel generators to solar energy systems.

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Purdue University / 2023

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Amy LeGr