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How Edge Computing Powers the Distributed Grid of Microgrids
In episode 155, Lucas and Luna explore how edge computing is making community microgrids practical, using the example of a neighborhood in Puerto Rico that kept its lights on after Hurricane Maria. They explain the shift from centralized power to local generation, the role of edge controllers that balance solar, battery, and diesel in real time, and why this approach is now cost-competitive with traditional grid upgrades. The episode also touches on the regulatory barriers and the potential for microgrids to become the building blocks of a more resilient national grid. If you've ever wondered…
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