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TIL the island of Ta’u in the American Somoa switched from being 100% diesel powered to 100% solar powered. A 7-acre solar farm capable of withstanding a Cat-5 hurricane supports an island population that fluctuates between 200-600 people year round, depending on the tourism season.

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