PREPARE in a YEAR
November: ENERGY
Solar panels on the Clinton Community Hall provide electricity year-round.
Enter to win a BioLite Luci Charge 150 solar lantern with mobile charging
Once you have completed this month’s task, fill out the form below and hit “Submit” by 4pm December 16th. The winner’s name will be drawn at the December 14th meeting. You don’t need to be at the meeting to win.
This lightweight, inflatable and collapsible lantern delivering up to 50 hours of bright, reliable illumination with mobile charging capabilities.
A disaster almost always means a power outage as well. How will you power the essentials when lights go out?
Basic preparations
Analyze your household energy needs. What really is essential? What can you do without for 30 days? Remember to consider time of year….winter calls for heating, summer may need fans for cooling.
Make sure you have the following supplies:
Chargers for all devices
Outdoor grill, camp stove, or Rocket Stove (outside use only)
Solar- and/or battery-powered lanterns
Solar power bank
Learn how to turn off your utilities in an emergency.
If you are on a well system, install a generator for your well so you can pump water during a long power outage.
Consider investing in a battery backup or a generator and fuel.
Advanced preparations
Consider installing solar panels and battery backup at your home.
Store the following supplies:
A solar-charged portable power bank with portable solar panels (see below for guidance).
A power inverter to convert the DC charge from solar panels or vehicle batteries to AC
Learn more
Submit your information
Enter to win a BioLite Luci Charge 150 solar lantern with mobile charging. Submit by 4pm December 14th.