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How cities can turn vacant lots into microgrids with solar and battery storage: a step-by-step guide for community action

I’ve long been fascinated by how small, local projects can ripple into broader change. Turning vacant lots into neighborhood microgrids powered by solar and battery storage is one of those high-impact, scalable ideas. It’s practical, visible, and—crucially—anchored in community needs. Below I share a step-by-step guide based on what I’ve seen work: from initial scoping and community...

Dec 07, 2025 by Léo Martin
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How cities can turn vacant lots into microgrids with solar and battery storage: a step-by-step guide for community action

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