Power Outage or Grid Failure – But Your Home Keeps Running

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.

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. 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: http://www.enwitec.eu