The Grid

In "The Grid," cultural anthropologist Gretchen Bakke explores the historical and cultural evolution of the United States' electrical infrastructure, revealing its precarious state and the challenges posed by renewable energy sources. With a blend of humor and research, she examines how outdated systems created during a time of centralization struggle to adapt to modern, localized demands. Bakke highlights the grid's significance to American identity and its crucial role in shaping a sustainable energy future, underscoring the urgent need for change.