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Author considers solar battery for AI-driven disaster risk reduction

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The author is considering installing a solar battery system to provide backup power during grid outages, particularly in the context of potential large-scale disruptions influenced by AI advancements. While previously deeming the cost prohibitive, new incentives like the ConnectedSolutions program in Massachusetts, which offers payments for grid support, and 0% financing through HEAT loans have made the investment more appealing. The author estimates a 10 kWh Enphase 10C system would cost approximately $16.2k, with a personal upfront cost of $3.8k after factoring in loan limits and incentives, viewing it as a worthwhile measure for personal risk reduction. AI

IMPACT Potential for increased personal resilience against AI-driven societal disruptions.

RANK_REASON The item is a personal reflection on a potential purchase influenced by AI trends, not a direct AI development or release.

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Author considers solar battery for AI-driven disaster risk reduction

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  1. LessWrong (AI tag) TIER_1 English(EN) · jefftk ·

    Considering Installing a Solar Battery System

    <p><span> Like most houses with solar, our house is capable of generating a lot of power, and it's basically useless [1] in a </span> <a href="https://www.jefftk.com/p/disasters">disaster</a>. If the grid is down, the panels shut down automatically. This is a lot of value lost, s…

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