Will Tesla’s home battery really bring power to the people?
Tesla’s Powerwall battery pack could help homes go off-grid. Just don’t toast bread and make coffee at the same time.
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Chris Sorensen
Chris Sorensen is a senior writer, covering business and financial news. He has also written about the growing number of deadly airline disasters caused by confused pilots, and about sandwiches. Both stories were nominated for a National Magazine Award.
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