Shorting the Grid: The Hidden Fragility of Our Electric Grid

by Meredith Angwin

A closer look at grid reliability

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A closer look at grid reliability

Meredith Angwin examines vulnerabilities in the electric grid through the systems and decisions that shape its operation. The book discusses closed meetings, electricity auctions, and short planning horizons, arguing that these arrangements can leave reliability problems unaddressed. It also turns from diagnosis to possible actions for supporting the grid. The subject is the infrastructure behind everyday electricity use, with attention to how industry practices and incentives may affect its resilience.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

Readers interested in electricity infrastructure and power systems.
Those seeking an account of grid reliability and the institutions involved in managing it.
Readers interested in proposed ways to support the electric grid.

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Electric grid reliabilityElectricity markets and auctionsInfrastructure vulnerabilityIndustry incentivesGrid support

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Book overview

When rolling blackouts come to the electric grid, they will be old news to the grid insiders.

Only the electricity customers will be surprised.

Grid insiders know how fragile the grid is becoming. Unfortunately, they have no incentive to solve the problems because near-misses increase their profits. Meredith Angwin describes how closed meetings, arcane auction rules, and five-minute planning horizons will topple the reliability of our electric grid. Shorting the Grid shines light on our vulnerable grid. It also suggests actions that can support the grid that supports all of us.

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