Strong winds and storms can damage power lines, knock out electricity, and affect how much energy we can produce or use. These risks are especially important in the Northeastern United States, where the power grid is older and surrounded by trees. Our research looks at how wind patterns have changed over the past 75 years in states like Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Kentucky. We use a global weather dataset and real-world station data to study changes in both everyday wind and extreme wind gusts. So far, we’ve found that average wind speeds have stayed about the same, but some regions are seeing stronger seasonal gusts, which could make power outages more likely during storms. We also looked at Hurricane Sandy in 2012 to see how dangerous wind and heavy rain can combine in a single event. Using a method that groups similar weather patterns, we were able to map where the worst impacts happened. This helped us understand where and how these compound events occur. Our project works directly with a regional energy company to help them plan for future risks. By understanding how wind is changing, we can help improve power grid reliability in a changing climate.