Texas opted to secede from the national power grid. That choice left them with higher prices during normal times and a catastrophic failure when the system was stressed. In the face of global climate change collaboration is essential. We are definitely stronger together. -Ali M.

Lesson: hardening our power systems costs money up front, but it can save money in the end by preventing disaster. -Daniel R.

It would be good to learn that when we lose electricity, we can lose access to other things like food and water! We should keep this in mind when figuring out how to prepare. -Beth