I didn't claim those microgrids wouldn't interconnect to the larger grid. ;) Low reliability and high per-unit-energy costs are driving me to be self-sufficien

I didn't claim those microgrids wouldn't interconnect to the larger grid. ;) Low reliability and high per-unit-energy costs are driving me to be self-sufficient but to maintain my grid connection to reduce likelihood of correlated failure. I suspect the regulators will dramatically drive up grid connection fees at some point in the future. When we get there, I'll simply disconnect entirely and get my backup from gasoline.