Data centers are booming in Texas. What does that mean for the grid?
The rise of artificial intelligence, the digitization of the economy and everyday life’s growing computing needs have ...
No News About ERCOT Is Good News For Texas
The Texas power grid managed by ERCOT performed admirably during this week's major winter weather event which brought ...
Wintry mix of precipitation could cause Texas power outages, but ERCOT says statewide grid is ready
Snow, sleet and freezing rain across Central and South Texas could bring down power lines, causing localized outages ...
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As Houston braces for freezing temperatures, energy expert says to prepare in case of outages
When Texas sees too much energy demand and not enough power, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) typically has ...
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Worried about power outages in Texas during this winter storm? Here’s what to know.
After a statewide blackout in 2021 and a massive Austin outage in 2023, cold weather means energy anxiety for many in Central ...
Extreme cold and record snowfall to test Texas power grid
A cold blast gripping the U.S. South threatens to bring record-breaking snowfall to New Orleans and Houston and a deep freeze ...
There were power outages Tuesday, but don't blame ERCOT. Ice, snow took down lines in South Texas.
That happened early Tuesday, when ERCOT called on about 4,000 megawatts of battery storage to help meet the morning demand ...
See South Texas power outage map as arctic blast brings below-freezing temperatures
In the Corpus Christi area, a winter storm warning inland and a winter weather advisory remains in effect through 6 p.m. Tuesday, according to the local office of the National Weather Service. Total ...
Check the Texas power grid | A real-time look at supply and demand and grid conditions
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas has a dashboard that allows you to monitor real-time grid conditions. This is a real-time look at the supply of power and demand, as reported by ERCOT. It ...
ERCOT issues another Weather Watch for Texas ahead of incoming Arctic blast
AUSTIN, Texas — With another Arctic blast headed for Texas, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued a ...
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The biggest threats to Texas power grid: Cold weather, shortage of renewables, unpreparedness
As Texas prepares for potential cold weather this winter, experts are highlighting the state’s progress in renewable energy and identifying areas where challenges remain.
2 deaths reported after Austin experiences winter weather
AUSTIN, Texas — Two people died this week in Austin as the city faced freezing temperatures and snowy conditions. According ...