Power Outage or Grid Failure– But Your Home Keeps Running
How to protect your household from blackouts with solar technology and solutions from enwitec
(PresseBox) - The recent events in Southern Europe have made one thing clear: our power supply is more vulnerable than many people think. At the end of April, a massive power outage affected the entire Iberian Peninsula, leaving millions of people in Spain, Portugal, and parts of southern France without electricity. Within seconds, the grid collapsed – triggered by a combination of technical failures and atmospheric disturbances. The result: ten hours of darkness, traffic chaos, communication breakdowns, and a state of emergency.
What happened?
The blackout began with a failure at a substation. Within seconds, a chain reaction occurred: additional nodes failed, and the connection to neighboring grids was automatically severed. The grid frequency dropped, and automatic protection systems shut down power plants – resulting in a complete “power zero point” for the region.
What does this mean for us in Germany?
Even though Germany has a stable power grid, this event shows how quickly and unpredictably a large-scale blackout can occur – even here. Extreme weather, cyberattacks, or grid overloads can lead to similar scenarios at any time. For homeowners with their own solar systems, the question arises: How can I protect my family and ensure a reliable power supply?
Stay Safe During a Blackout – With Solar Power and Solutions from enwitec
With your own photovoltaic system and an intelligent backup solution, you can gain a significant degree of independence from the public grid. But to keep your system running during a power outage, you need more than just solar panels and a battery: you need a well-designed backup system.
Grid and System Protection
enwitec’s NA protection ensures that your PV system is automatically and safely disconnected during grid disturbances – and reconnected once conditions stabilize. This protects your equipment and ensures compliance with legal requirements.
PowerShield 500 – Protection for Large Systems
For larger PV systems up to 500?kW, the PowerShield 500 offers comprehensive grid and system protection. It detects grid issues early and keeps your energy supply stable – even during critical events.
PowerBackup Brain – Smart Backup Power for Your Home
The PowerBackup Brain is the ideal solution for homeowners: it transforms your solar system into a true backup power source. In the event of a blackout, it automatically supplies all essential circuits – without complex rewiring. With intelligent control, integrated surge protection, and space for energy management hardware, you’re perfectly equipped for any situation.
Emergency Preparedness: Ready for the Unexpected
A power outage lasting several days or even weeks is no longer a science fiction scenario – as the events in Southern Europe have shown. For families, this means: no lights, no heating, no working kitchen, no internet, no supermarkets. To remain capable of action in such a situation, comprehensive emergency preparedness is essential.
It’s not just about food – it’s also about warmth, hygiene, communication, and safety. Being prepared not only protects your own household but also helps relieve public infrastructure and supports community resilience.
Checklist: Emergency Supplies for a Family of Four (for 4 Weeks)
? Food & Water
Water: At least 2 liters per person/day ? 240 liters (e.g., in canisters, bottles, water bags)
Long-life food:
Rice, pasta, couscous, oats (4–5 kg each)
Canned goods: vegetables, legumes, fish, meat, soups (at least 80 cans)
Ready meals: instant noodles, dry soups, stews
Dried fruits, nuts, granola bars
UHT milk, powdered milk
Honey, jam, spreads
Salt, pepper, spices, sugar
Vegetable oil, canned butter
Coffee, tea, cocoa
? Lighting & Energy
Flashlights (at least 2), headlamps
Batteries (ample supply in various sizes)
Solar or crank radio
Multiple power banks (kept charged)
Solar charger or small balcony power system with storage
? Cooking & Heating
Camping stove with gas cartridges (at least 20 cartridges)
Lighters, matches, fire starter
Thermos flasks, insulated bottles
Warm blankets, sleeping bags, hot water bottles
Emergency heater (e.g., kerosene heater – only with proper ventilation!)
Winter clothing, thermal underwear
? Hygiene & Health
Wet wipes, disinfectants
Toilet paper, trash bags, bucket toilet
Soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste
Feminine hygiene products, diapers (if needed)
First aid kit with bandages
Personal medications for 4 weeks
Pain relievers, fever reducers, electrolyte solutions
? Communication & Information
Charged mobile phone with emergency contacts
Notepad, pen
Crank or battery-powered radio
Printed list of important contacts
?? Tools & Accessories
Multitool or pocket knife
Duct tape, zip ties, wire
Scissors, pliers
Headlamp with red light function
Signal whistle
? Finances & Documents
Cash (small bills and coins) for at least one week
Copies of important documents (IDs, insurance, prescriptions)
Emergency medical info card
Tip:
Store your supplies in a cool, dry place and rotate them regularly to avoid spoilage. Practice a “blackout day” with your family to test your preparedness.
Conclusion: Safety Starts at Home – with enwitec
The power outages in Southern Europe are a wake-up call. With a solar system, battery storage, and the smart solutions from enwitec, you can make your home future-proof – safe, sustainable, and independent. In uncertain times, it’s reassuring to know: your lights stay on.
? Learn more: www.enwitec.eu
enwitec is a leading provider of innovative solutions in energy distribution and control. With a strong focus on quality and reliability, enwitec develops customized products for PV systems, battery storage, and grid protection. Our solutions comply with the latest VDE regulations and offer maximum safety and efficiency. Thanks to close cooperation with grid operators and system partners, we ensure optimal integration and operational reliability. enwitec stands for innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction in the field of renewable energy.
Unternehmensinformation / Kurzprofil:
enwitec is a leading provider of innovative solutions in energy distribution and control. With a strong focus on quality and reliability, enwitec develops customized products for PV systems, battery storage, and grid protection. Our solutions comply with the latest VDE regulations and offer maximum safety and efficiency. Thanks to close cooperation with grid operators and system partners, we ensure optimal integration and operational reliability. enwitec stands for innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction in the field of renewable energy.
Datum: 12.06.2025 - 09:12 Uhr
Sprache: Deutsch
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Contact person: Marcel Rottler
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Phone: +49 (8725) 9664-0
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