How the US electrical grid stacks up to a changing world

How the US electrical grid stacks up to a changing world

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Physics, Science

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

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.

Read more

2 questions

Show all answers

1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What are the implications of the increasing energy demands from technologies like AI and electric vehicles?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

2.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

In what ways is climate change affecting power systems across the United States?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF