Winter Storm Fern Highlights the Need for More Resilient Transmission
RMI (2026) | Policy, Insurance, Standards, Social Impact
Winter Storm Fern exposed significant vulnerabilities in the US power system, causing widespread outages, dangerous living conditions, and extreme price spikes, with some regions seeing electricity costs exceed $1,800 per megawatt-hour. As severe weather becomes more frequent and intense, the grid must evolve to better withstand future shocks. Strengthe…
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