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Toyota's 2026 RAV4 plug-in hybrid can keep a house running for nearly a week during power outages, but American buyers won't get this lifesaving feature. The Japan-spec SUV offers emergency backup power that could transform how families prepare for disasters.
Five hospitals in Burundi just became the country's first solar-powered health facilities, bringing reliable electricity to critical care in one of the world's least electrified nations. The breakthrough ensures uninterrupted treatment for thousands of patients who previously faced power outages during medical emergencies.
When power outages killed his phone, Iniubong Obonguko wrote code by hand in notebooks and ran it in his mind. That grit launched a career from Nigeria to senior engineering roles in Germany.
A music venue in Ypsilanti, Michigan, just launched four free solar-powered electric vehicle chargers that work even during power outages. The innovation fills a crucial gap for renters and neighbors without home charging options.
Never lose internet again during power outages. Amazon's new eero Signal automatically switches to cellular backup when your home Wi-Fi goes down, keeping remote workers and security systems connected.
After a devastating ice storm left Charlette Neumeier's Louisiana yard buried under fallen trees, volunteers from across the country arrived at her door ready to help. The effort brought hope to an entire community still reeling from power outages and widespread damage.
When Winter Storm Fern knocked out power for over a million people in January 2026, data centers stepped up in an unexpected way. Their backup generators helped keep the lights on across the Southeast and mid-Atlantic regions.
Ayodele Samuel Adebayo wrote his first lines of code on a phone between power outages and brief cybercafé sessions. Today, he leads engineering teams across continents, proving that community and creativity can overcome any barrier.
A breakthrough AI system installed in home smart meters can now detect power grid problems the instant they happen, stopping outages before they grow. The technology has already caught hidden infrastructure issues that could have sparked wildfires or injured utility workers.
As Winter Storm Fern brings freezing temperatures and power outages across Louisiana, the American Red Cross is calling on residents to help their neighbors stay warm and safe. No experience needed—just two hours of training gets you ready to make a difference.
When the power goes out, that electric bike in your garage becomes an emergency power station. A fully charged e-bike battery can recharge your smartphone dozens of times and keep essential devices running for days.
A massive wind energy complex aims to help end South Africa's devastating nationwide blackouts by late 2026. The 330 MW Impofu project marks a turning point for a country that's endured some of the world's longest power outages.
For rural Americans who rely on well pumps, losing power means losing water. A solar energy expert just mapped out exactly how much battery backup you need to keep your home running when the grid goes down.