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Re:Two-thirds of North America at risk of energy shortages d... by blacksmith_tb on Saturday May 27, 2023 @07:57PM (#36099697)
Just hoping that everything in fridge doesn't spoil until billing resets at midnight? That doesn't sound like a gamble most people would be willing to make, especially on a regular basis. I would imagine that at least for the (shrinking) middle class and above that widespread instability in the grid will drive the sale of a lot of PV systems and battery storage.
Re:Two-thirds of North America at risk of energy shortages d... by WalterBright on Saturday May 27, 2023 @09:04PM (#36100096)
From my experience with regular power outages in the Seattle metropolitan area, your fridge will last 24 hours after the power goes out, if you don't open the door.

Your water heater will provide water hot enough for a quick shower for a couple days.

Re:Two-thirds of North America at risk of energy shortages d... by blacksmith_tb on Saturday May 27, 2023 @11:08PM (#36100797)
Sure, that doesn't sound like a stretch, though most people would find that not being able to open the fridge for many hours would cramp their style...
Re:Two-thirds of North America at risk of energy shortages d... by WalterBright on Sunday May 28, 2023 @12:34AM (#36101166)
Oh the humanity!