How the US electrical grid stacks up to a changing world

The video discusses the increasing energy demands and the vulnerabilities of the U.S. power grid, highlighted by the 2021 Texas power crisis. It emphasizes the impact of extreme weather and aging infrastructure on power systems, citing examples like the Camp Fire. The need for significant investment in grid updates and the shift towards renewable energy sources are also explored.

What was a major cause of the 2021 Texas blackout?

• High winds

• Excessive rainfall

• Extreme cold weather

• Overproduction of electricity

What percentage of power outages in the last three years in America were due to weather?

• 50%

• 60%

• 80%

• 70%

What was the cause of the 2018 Camp Fire in California?

• Lightning strike

• Degraded power lines

• Gas explosion

• Earthquake

What is a significant driver of increased energy demand in Texas?

• Agriculture

• Public transportation

• Bitcoin mining

• Residential heating

What is the primary source of new energy being added to the grid in the United States?

• Coal

• Nuclear

• Renewables

• Hydropower