Few resources are as critical to everyday life as electricity. The industry is also the backbone of the world economy, generating the energy that powers businesses in global commerce. Manufacturing, transportation, water, emergency services, and telecommunications are only a few of the industry's critical downstream dependencies, and the power grid's resilience and reliability is a fundamental need for every country's safety and security. But the grid is also facing significant challenges, ranging from the colossal task of moving to carbon-free intermittent energy sources to threats from severe weather events and cyberattacks. This primer will provide a baseline for understanding how the industry works starting with answering the question, what is electricity? You'll be introduced to the different sources of electricity, how the power grid works, the roles and processes that allow the industry to instantaneously match supply with demand, as well as the key trends and challenges facing the industry.

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