PALMDALE — Tesla batteries installed at several locations in a little more than a year, are providing not only back-up power, but allowing Palmdale Water District to manage their electrical use to avoid peak pricing.Assistant General Manager Adam Ly reported, Monday, on the battery project to the Board of Directors.The batteries were installed in four locations, beginning in April 2021, with the latest completed, in June, he said.
“So far, we haven’t seen any issues,” Ly said of the system.The batteries automatically turn on when the regular power goes off, allowing for uninterrupted function. When regular power returns, the batteries recharge, ready for the next emergency.The batteries are located at wells and booster stations that could…
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