Ukraine receives 508 Tesla Powerwall systems to store electricity

Ukraine has received 508 Tesla Powerwall energy storage systems from international partners. They will provide critical and social infrastructure with electricity during possible outages.

That's according to the press service of the Ministry of Digital Transformation, Ukrinform reports.

"Tesla Powerwall is another effective solution in the context of Russia's energy terror. They will help provide backup electricity where it is most needed. Therefore, even in the face of a blackout, critical infrastructure will continue to operate, doctors will be able to save lives, teachers will be able to teach classes, and Ukrainians will be able to stay in touch with their families," Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov said.

Powerwall systems work on the principle of a power bank: they are charged by electricity and hold a charge for 12-14 hours. They can work together with solar panels and be charged by the sun.

As reported, Ukraine already has experience in using Tesla Powerwall. More than a year ago, about 50 such systems were received from partners. The systems are used in hospitals and outpatient clinics in the de-occupied territories and help to maintain Internet and communication in the frontline cities of Donetsk and Mykolaiv regions.

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