The ultimate guide to creating, storing and utilizing lifesaving power in the most critical circumstances With America's antiquated grid, it takes little to cause a power outage--everyday wind, and lightning often result in blackouts. When a major disaster strikes, a complete and total grid failure is a virtual certainty. Features easy-to-understand electricity basics and step-by-step instructions, this book explains exactly how you can prepare ahead of time for that day when everything goes black. Power grid failure is one of the first and most likely occurrences during a disaster and it can take weeks, even months before electricity, heat, and communication are restored. It's critical for you to know how to create, store, and budget natural energy over time. This guide addresses all of these factors with an approachable overview of energy basics and step-by-step information for creating an emergency energy system. Suitable for novice and expert preppers alike, this book's unique focus on affordable and realistic energy solutions is not found in any other guide.