The Electricity Grid - Transmission, Industry Structure, and Markets

Explore the fundamentals of electricity and the power grid in this comprehensive lecture by Kirsten Stasio, Adjunct Lecturer at Stanford University and CEO of Nevada Clean Energy Fund. Delve into the nature of electricity, its transmission processes, and the structure of the electricity industry. Gain insights into how grid reliability is maintained and understand the intricacies of electricity buying and selling. This 77-minute presentation covers key topics including the definition of electricity, transmission methods, industry organization, grid reliability maintenance, and electricity market dynamics. Enhance your energy literacy and gain valuable knowledge to address climate change, sustainability issues, and make informed energy decisions. Access additional resources on the Understand Energy Learning Hub for a deeper exploration of electricity transmission, industry, and markets.

Introduction
What is Electricity?
How is Electricity Transmitted?
How is the Electricity Industry Structured
How is Reliability Maintained on the Grid?
How is Electricity Bought and Sold?