Weather Watch going in effect in Texas starting Wednesday

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued a Weather Watch for this Wednesday through Friday due to high temperatures, higher power demand, and the potential for lower reserves, urging Texans to watch the power grid conditions and reduce energy use.

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8/23/2023

Energy expert evaluates ERCOT and the Texas power grid amid record-breaking heat

Despite recent rainfall, the extremely dry and hot conditions in Texas have put a strain on the power grid, leading ERCOT and energy providers to ask Texans to conserve energy during peak hours.

8/31/2023

ERCOT’s pleas for power conservation raise concerns: Are Texans tunin…

Texans who have been repeatedly asked by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) to conserve power during high-demand periods are becoming skeptical and questioning the effectiveness of these appeals.

9/7/2023

Texas power grid enters emergency mode to avoid rolling blackouts

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has triggered its emergency operations and may order rotating power outages as the state's power grid struggles to meet demand during a period of high heat and low wind power generation.

9/7/2023

Texas grid back to 'normal conditions' after state's energy demand nearly surpassed supply

ERCOT's power grid in Texas returned to "normal conditions" after entering an "Energy Emergency Alert 2" and appealing for conservation due to high demand and low reserves.

9/7/2023

ERCOT calls for energy conservation Thursday after issuing Emergency Alert day before

ERCOT is calling for energy conservation in Texas due to high temperatures, low wind, and declining solar power generation, which is causing tight conditions on the power grid.