PJM Power Grid Implements Emergency Measures Amid Heat Wave

PJM, the largest power grid operator in the United States, has activated emergency measures to manage the stress caused by a heat dome affecting 67 million people. The measures include operating generators at full capacity and reducing electricity demand to prevent outages. PJM serves regions in the Mid-Atlantic, South, and Washington, D.C., and has requested maximum output from generators and the revival of inactive power plants. The grid is also addressing increased energy consumption from electric vehicles and data centers. PJM's emergency actions involve engaging demand-response resources and coordinating with government bodies to encourage public conservation efforts. The operator has not reduced voltage or halted power deliveries to avoid exacerbating outages in areas like Baltimore. These efforts are intended to maintain grid stability and prevent blackouts.