[thackney]

I think we should have transformers (and other essential eq, of course) stored in Faraday cages around the country.

Spare Transformers or the existing ones? And if the transformers survive, but all the other equipment fails, what have you accomplished?

[TangoLimaSierra]

Spare Transformers or the existing ones? And if the transformers survive, but all the other equipment fails, what have you accomplished?

Stored implies spare transformers and equipment. If by 'other equipment' you mean your microwave then nothing. An EMP is not going to get every piece of electronics everywhere so hopefully there will still be plenty of eq. to use the grid. Me? I'm building my 4kw solar power system now. I've bought an extra 4000w inverter, charger and am storing 1000w of panels just in case.