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Smaller generator may suffice for US blackouts, report says
A recent report by Cool Down suggests that US homeowners facing power outages during extreme heat may not need a large backup generator. Prioritising essentials such as a refrigerator, window AC, lights,…
The Story in Brief
A recent report by Cool Down suggests that US homeowners facing power outages during extreme heat may not need a large backup generator. Prioritising essentials such as a refrigerator, window AC, lights, Wi-Fi router and phones, a midrange portable generator or battery backup could be sufficient, depending on appliance power requirements.
To choose the right setup, homeowners should check both the normal running wattage and the higher starting wattage of appliances like refrigerators and ACs. Safety is key: fuel-powered generators must be operated outdoors, away from doors and windows, to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
The Indian Opinion
The narrative that every blackout demands a whole-house generator is pushed by vendors and amplified by US media. The Cool Down report offers a grounded alternative: match the system to actual needs, not fear. The real test is not wattage but honesty about what you truly cannot live without for a few hours. How many extra kilowatts do most households actually waste keeping unused rooms cold?
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
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