The eclipse is a test of solar power in America
Supply disruptions are not expected, but demand is a wild card
WHILE millions across America turn their carefully shielded eyes to the skies on August 21st, those in the energy business will be looking at data displays. It will be the first eclipse to test the country’s electricity grid in the age of solar energy.
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