A Free Store Helps Hurricane Survivors Go Solar in Western North Carolina » Yale Climate Connections

He promised big to help the victims of Hurricane Helene, but his decisions have another effect.

A free store helps hurricane survivors go solar in western North Carolina » Yale Climate Connections

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How solar energy is becoming a backbone of disaster relief

As Australia and its Pacific neighbours face more frequent and severe natural disasters, access to reliable energy has become a critical challenge, especially when infrastructure fails. Whether it’s keeping the lights on in remote healthcare centres or helping communities process insurance claims after a flood, solar power is proving to be more than just a clean energy source. It’s becoming a frontline tool in emergency response. When disaster s…