Stories Tagged as
Power outage
What we get wrong about the energy grid
by
Andy Uhler
and Erika Soderstrom
Dec 28, 2021
We should focus on changing demand for electric power when planning for the future.
What's behind China's power cuts?
by
Jennifer Pak
Oct 5, 2021
China has more than enough coal underground to service the country's needs.
Texas' efforts to fix electrical grid may not be enough to prevent future blackouts
by
Andy Uhler
Sep 13, 2021
The state's decision nearly a century ago to go it alone when it comes to electricity still has ramifications today.
Power in parts of Louisiana may not be restored for weeks
Aug 31, 2021
"The longer the power's off, the more of a threat to a person's life safety," a former FEMA administrator says.
Big Texas energy companies may become more powerful after historic winter storm
Mar 29, 2021
Consolidation in the Texas energy sector could make a few companies "too big to fail," some say.
Running an online business ... when the power goes out
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Andie Corban
Feb 18, 2021
Jess Evans, who runs an Austin trivia company, is "so cold and so worried about the business." A strong internet connection is her priority.
"We could see our breath indoors": How some Texans are coping
Feb 16, 2021
The power's been on and off for almost two days for millions in the Lone Star State.
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Massive power shut-off would cost businesses in California
Oct 8, 2019
As the risk of wildfire and natural disasters increase with climate change, power disruptions could become more common.