Maryland Matters: Amid High Heat, Power Demand in PJM Territory Could Set Records

Maryland Matters reports that the entire 13-state region under PJM Interconnection will be operating under a hot weather alert. With the power system under increased strain, short-term energy prices may potentially spike and blackouts may become more common. United’s Katie Mettle stated that this week’s heatwave underscores the importance of reducing power demand through energy efficiency programs, which subsidize more efficient appliances, insulation work, and other methods.