power infrastructure
[ˈpaʊər ˈɪnfrəˌstrʌktʃər]
nounpl: power infrastructures
infraestrutura de energia
1. The system of facilities, equipment, and networks required to generate, transmit, distribute, and supply electrical power to consumers
The country invested billions in upgrading its power infrastructure to support economic growth.
O país investiu bilhões na modernização de sua infraestrutura de energia para apoiar o crescimento econômico.
2. The physical and organizational structures necessary for the functioning of electrical power systems, including power plants, transmission lines, substations, and distribution networks
Hurricanes can severely damage power infrastructure, leaving millions without electricity.
Furacões podem danificar severamente a infraestrutura de energia, deixando milhões sem eletricidade.
In Brazil, discussions about power infrastructure are significant due to the country's reliance on hydroelectric power and ongoing debates about modernization and sustainability. The term is frequently used in policy discussions, particularly regarding climate resilience and economic development. In the USA, power infrastructure has become a politically charged topic, especially regarding grid modernization, renewable energy integration, and cybersecurity.
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