Rapid And Intense Weather Swings Are Disrupting Energy Planning and Infrastructure

By Douglas McIntyre  •  April 24, 2025

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on a growing climate trend where temperature shifts between cold and hot are occurring more rapidly and frequently. Citing The New York Times, he explains that these sudden swings are complicating energy decisions for cities and individuals alike. Regions like Phoenix deal with consistent heat, but in places like Columbus, erratic weather makes infrastructure and residential planning extremely difficult.

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