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You’re serious about your electrical test instruments. You buy top brands, and you expect them to be accurate. You know some people send their digital instruments to a metrology lab for calibration, and you wonder why. After all, these are all electronic — there’s no meter movement to go out of balance. What do those calibration folks do, anyhow — just change the battery? These are valid concerns, especially since you can’t use your instrument...
The increasing frequency and intensity of climate-related disasters are placing unprecedented strain on the world's electricity networks, with severe implications for global energy security. According to a recent Bloomberg report, the effects of climate change are pushing many electricity grids to their breaking points, revealing vulnerabilities that threaten the stability and reliability of power supplies across the globe.
Climate Change Impacts on Electricity Networks
Climate change has far-reaching effects on various aspects of human life, and the global electricity grid is no exception. Extreme weather events such as hurricanes, heatwaves, and heavy rainfall are becoming more common and severe, leading to significant challenges for power infrastructure. These conditions can cause widespread outages, damage critical equipment, and disrupt the overall flow of electricity.
For instance, intense heatwaves can strain electricity grids as increased air conditioning use drives up demand. Simultaneously, high temperatures can affect the efficiency of power plants and transmission...
