WHY GRID RELIABILITY

Electric reliability is the ability of a power system to consistently supply electricity to homes, buildings, and devices, even in the face of disruptions.  It’s a critical factor for human health, safety, and the economy. It is  the result of energy infrastructure that can withstand and quickly recover from typical disruptions like hurricanes, excessive heat, and winter storms like Uri. 

According to a survey conducted by the University of Houston (UH) Hobby School of Public Affairs found that more than two out of three, or 69 percent, of Texans lost power at some point, during Feb. 14-20 of 2021, almost half, or about 49 percent, had disruptions in water service. The storm contributed to at least 210 deaths, and sources cited by the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas estimated the state’s storm-related financial losses would range from $80 billion to $130 billion. Source Comptroller.Texas.Gov, Fiscal Notes, October 2021 by Jess Donald.