BPA: Heat Creates Heavy Demands On Power Grid

As people turn up their fans and AC during heat waves, demand on the power grid can soar to record levels. Without the massive generating capacity of hydroelectric dams, and their ability to readily convert water into energy, there wouldn’t be enough dependable power to meet those increased electricity demands. Learn more about hydropower’s role during extreme weather events at

https://www.bpa.gov/…/community-education/hydropower-101