power grids

Power grids are the complex networks responsible for transmitting electricity from power plants to consumers. They are currently newsworthy due to increasing strain from extreme weather events, such as heatwaves, which can lead to disruptions and cancellations of public events. Simultaneously, power grids are at the forefront of a global green transition. Southeast Asian nations, for instance, are integrating their grids as part of ambitious strategies to adopt renewable energy sources. This transition involves significant investment and collaboration, with Chinese energy companies playing a key role in developing and integrating these greener energy infrastructures. The relevance of power grids is thus twofold: their vulnerability to climate impacts and their critical role in enabling the shift towards sustainable energy.