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The incoming winter weather has some worried about the Texas power grid and what would happen if there are blackouts.

Ariel CohenContributorForbes Magazine The Texas power grid, 90 percent of which is managed by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), is unique in the United States. Unlike other states, Texas operates an independent power grid with very minimal connection to the two national grids: the Eastern Interconnection and the Western Interconnection. This independence is deeply rooted in

Story by Sara DiNatale, Staff writer The state grid operator is finding no industry interest in providing alternatives to relocating a fleet of portable generators to San Antonio so it can  allow some of CPS Energy’s aging gas-powered plants to shut down this year as planned. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas set a Dec. 30 deadline for market

Aug. 26, 2024 With increasing numbers of storms knocking out power to water and wastewater plants, operators of these facilities are turning to microgrids to help protect the environment and citizens’ health. Lisa Cohn City of Houston Northeast Water Purification Plant and microgrid power. Image credit Enchanted Rock During Winter Storm Uri, which hit Texas

Sen. King accused the Houston-area energy provider of misrepresenting costs and details to obtain approval for generators. Holly Hansen Aug 9, 2024 Following weeks of scrutiny, finger-pointing, and demands for transparency and accountability from the energy company under fire for its performance before and after Hurricane Beryl, a state lawmaker is firing back over accusations that