Understanding the Impact of Lightning Storms on Power Grid Resilience
Lightning storms have long been recognized as one of nature’s most formidable forces, capable of causing widespread disruptions to critical infrastructure. As our societies become increasingly reliant on stable and resilient power grids, understanding the hazards posed by lightning—and how to mitigate their impact—has transitioned from a technical niche to a vital concern for energy providers, engineers, and policymakers alike. The Science Behind Lightning-Induced Power Disruptions Lightning strikes generate extremely high current pulses, often exceeding 30,000 amperes in a split second [more info]. When such an event occurs near a power transmission line or substation, it can induce voltage surges capable of damaging equipment, causingRead More →
