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Energy Scavenger Networks (ESNs)
Hyper-local, community-based networks utilizing open-source technology and barter systems to recover and repurpose energy resources (solar panels, batteries, inverters) from abandoned infrastructure after a collapse event. Think Mad Max meets DIY solar.

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Standardized resilience metrics across the energy sector allow for benchmarking and collaborative improvements in disaster preparedness.
Extrapolated from How Energy Companies Can Build Resilience Into Their Operations - Forbes

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