These homes generate power for the grid — and residents don't worry about blackouts

        September 7, 2025 CBC | Canada | renewables: solar

As part of a 100-home Alberta virtual power plant (VPP), stored solar power runs household appliances, thermostats, EV charging, and sells electricity to the grid. Rooftop panels and basement batteries help stabilize the grid by matching supply with demand and limiting the need for more physical power plants, especially as electricity use grows.