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Power Grid in Peril? A Conversation With WSJ Reporter Katherine Blunt

Power Grid in Peril? A Conversation With WSJ Reporter Katherine Blunt

FromEnergy Solutions: A Podcast From EPSA


Power Grid in Peril? A Conversation With WSJ Reporter Katherine Blunt

FromEnergy Solutions: A Podcast From EPSA

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Length:
39 minutes
Released:
Sep 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

From wildfires to winter storms to cyber and physical attacks, the power system is under greater stress than ever – all while under pressure to transition rapidly to new sources of electricity. In this episode, Todd speaks with Katherine Blunt, reporter for The Wall Street Journal and author of California Burning, a look at PG&E operations and the fallout from 2017 and 2018’s tragic wildfires. Katherine discusses the state of America’s changing electric grid and mounting reliability concerns – and the power we rely on is impacted by efforts to reduce emissions, extreme weather and climate change, and the business decisions utilities and power companies make.   
Released:
Sep 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (41)

America runs on reliable, affordable electricity - but the demands on our grid are changing. From natural gas to renewable power, electric vehicles and the competitive power markets, what are the energy solutions to cultivate cleaner air, new technology and more innovative and reliable power generation - at the least cost? Experts and voices from throughout the electric industry and government join the Electric Power Supply Association to discuss emerging trends, current issues, energy customer needs, and new projects. Discover how competition unlocks solutions to build the grid of the future.