Effects of the solar eclipse that will cross the United States on Monday, Aug. 21 have scientists – and businesses – making plans. Small towns in places like Rabun County, Georgia started preparing for an influx of visitors who want to make the most of the rare opportunity to observe the eclipse in totality.
But more than an opportunity for me to take a day off and enjoy the Moon obscuring the Sun, casting its shadow to turn day into night, it has an impact on some industries. If you think about it, you’ll realize immediately at least one industry that’s affected by the eclipse. Yep, utilities that depend on solar energy to power their electric grid will see a measurable decline in power output. Read More
