''Maybe they would need to investigate whether they can build...

''Maybe they would need to investigate whether they can build pylons that can withstand the occasional tornado conditions that can occur from time to time.''

it would be magic if a way to move electricity about without transmission lines ------

wind, keeping the ground clear, corrosion etc. aren't all of the problems with transmission lines - indeed they are very vulnerable

droughts and dust - are a big problem. The dust builds up on the lines and then when it rains - 'Houston we have a problem' --------- so out come the helicopters with the pressure cleaners

I imagine in a volcanic eruption with a lot of dust - they would be at high risk as well

one day, magic might happen and we'll find a way to put them underground of have a totally different way of moving power from one place to another --------- without wires