A method, system, and apparatus for providing energy discharge capability for a junction box that includes at least one ultra- or super-capacitor. A discharge resistor is connected to a first terminal block of the junction box. A normally-open relay is connected to a second terminal block of the junction block, the relay being connected in series between the discharge resistor and the second terminal block. The normally-open relay is closed to create a discharge path for discharging energy stored in the at least one ultra- or super-capacitor. The junction box is capable of being safely serviced after the energy stored in the at least one ultra- or super-capacitor has been discharged by way of the discharge path.