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One Atmospheric Nuclear Explosion Could Take Out the Power Grid

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Over 1,000 miles away, the blast knocked out electricity supply in parts of Hawaii and disrupted telephone service for a period of time. would face catastrophic consequences from an EMP attack given its growing dependence on electronics of all forms and complete reliance upon the electrical grid. conducted an atmospheric test of a 1.45

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SwRI to demonstrate use of electric vehicles as part of emergency power microgrid under US Army SPIDERS program

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SPIDERS aims to create a resilient, more reliable microgrid designed to protect against extended power outages caused by natural disasters, accidents or attacks—and, ultimately, to enhance electric power surety for national security. Harbor/Hickam, Hawaii; Fort. independent from the bulk power grid (i.e.,

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity If you ask, "have major auto-makers come around on PHEVs?", About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Carmakers Say. todays answer is "Yes -- but not yet."

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