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Science · 9–12

Energy Grid Stress Test: 2026 Heatwave Grid Stability Challenge

Students simulate managing a power grid during a record heatwave by analyzing demand, renewable production, and battery storage.

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Students simulate managing a power grid during a record heatwave by analyzing demand, renewable production, and battery storage. The activity includes a scenario, energy-balance example, hourly data table, practice calculations, and See-Think-Wonder reflection prompts.

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What you’ll teach

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  • Students will analyze energy consumption patterns during a simulated heatwave.
  • Students will identify periods of peak energy demand and likely grid failure.
  • Students will compare renewable energy production with power demand.
  • Students will calculate storage adjustments and explain the role of batteries.