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Solar Storms

Solar Storms

  Our panel discussed solar flares and geomagnetic storms and how they can - and do - affect life on earth - from the electric grid to satellite operations to aviation routes. And why is Maine legislature considering doing something about it.

Host Jennifer Rooks was joined by 

Rep. Andrea Boland/D-Sanford 

Tom Popik/Founder, Foundation for Resilient Societies 

Max Riseman/Meteorologist 

Dr. Peter Pry/President of EMPACT America

Brian Conroy, Director Electric System Engineering, Central Maine Power

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