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Why Essential Technology Fails When Temperatures Rise: Lessons from June Heatwave
The June heatwave exposed how essential technology—from electricity transformers to healthcare IT—fails under extreme temperatures. A transformer failure in Brittany left over 100,000 without power, while six NHS trusts in England declared critical incidents. Experts warn that rising temperatures are reducing efficiency across energy networks and requiring climate resilience strategies.
Jul 1, 2026 1 source