Much of the critical infrastructure the U.S. relies on for electrical power is falling victim to the impacts of climate change, especially rising heat that is stressing electricity distribution grids and inhibiting power delivery. Mikhail Chester, a professor in the School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment, part of the Fulton Schools, and director of the Metis Center for Infrastructure and Sustainable Engineering, warns that the onslaught of climate change is happening too quickly to allow for adequate re-engineering of the nation’s energy distribution networks. The problem could pose threats to public safety, economic stability and various critical community services, while reinforcing power infrastructure could be costly.