Environmental Studies and Forestry

Impacts of long-term temperature change and variability on electricity investments

Z. Khan, G. Iyer, et al.

This study by Zarrar Khan, Gokul Iyer, Pralit Patel, Son Kim, Mohamad Hejazi, Casey Burleyson, and Marshall Wise explores how long-term temperature variations affect electricity investments in the United States. Under high-emissions scenarios, temperature changes lead to notable increases in electricity demand and capital investments, emphasizing the critical need for thoughtful electric sector planning.