Why the U.S. grid's extreme heat problem is changing

The U.S. power grid is facing new challenges as extreme heat stretches for longer periods, pushing up electricity demand. While solar energy and batteries help utilities cope with this surge, the ongoing heatwaves are also revealing weaknesses in the grid's infrastructure. This situation is particularly pressing because climate change is lengthening these heat waves just as more homes rely on electric systems for cooling. It's a wake-up call to rethink grid resilience and adapt to a hotter future.