How can the Southern power grid handle months of blistering heat with everyone blasting air conditioners, but can’t handle two days below freezing?

Question

How can the Southern power grid handle months of blistering heat with everyone blasting air conditioners, but can’t handle two days below freezing?

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Answer 1

Assuming you’re frugal with your temperature settings, getting the house down to 78° when the outside temperature is 98° is only a 20° differential. However, maintaining 68° when the outside temperature is 18° involves a 50° differential.