The Future of Energy: What to Expect from the Energy Market in 2024
As we look ahead to 2024, it’s clear that the energy landscape is undergoing significant changes. For businesses operating in the ERCOT (Electric Reliability Council of Texas) region, understanding these shifts can help you make more informed decisions about your energy procurement strategy. In today’s article, we’ll explore the trends shaping the energy market, including […]
ERCOT Issues Weather Watch for Wednesday, May 8
(Austin, TX) ERCOT has issued a Weather Watch for Wednesday, May 8, due to unseasonably high temperatures, high levels of expected maintenance outages during the spring shoulder months, and the potential for lower reserves. Grid conditions are expected to be normal during an ERCOT Weather Watch. ERCOT continues to monitor conditions closely and will deploy all available […]
ERCOT Expects Tight Grid Conditions, Requests Conservation Tuesday, January 16, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. CT
(Austin, TX) – With the winter storm encompassing the entire state and temperatures forecasted to be colder this evening and into tomorrow morning, ERCOT is asking Texans to conserve electricity use, if safe to do so, Tuesday, January 16, from 6 a.m. – 9 a.m. CT. ERCOT is forecasting higher demand tomorrow morning as Texans return to […]
ERCOT Issues Weather Watch
(Austin, TX) ERCOT has issued a Weather Watch from January 15-17 due to forecasted extreme cold weather across the ERCOT region, higher electrical demand, and the potential for lower reserves. Grid conditions are expected to be normal during an ERCOT Weather Watch. ERCOT continues to monitor conditions closely and will deploy all available tools to […]
ERCOT Continues Winter Preparedness Efforts, Additional Weatherization Inspectors Deployed
(Austin, TX) – As efforts continue to prepare the grid for the upcoming winter season, ERCOT today announced that a new group of weatherization inspectors have completed the Certified Weatherization Inspector (CWI) program and will immediately be deployed into the field to begin inspections of electric generation units and transmission facilities. “There are unique challenges […]
Getting Your Home and Business Ready for Winter
As we transition to Fall in Texas, it’s time to start preparing your home or business for the winter months ahead. Here are some tips to make sure you are ready: Service your heating system – Schedule professional maintenance for your furnace or heat pump to ensure it’s in good working order before cold temperatures […]
The Truth About Renewables and Texas’ Power Grid
A recent social media post blamed wind and solar power for issues with Texas’ electric grid, claiming “we never had a problem before” integrating renewables. This is simply not true. Here are the facts: First, Texas has always had its own isolated grid not connected to other states. This is not new. What is new […]
ERCOT Issues Weather Watch
(Austin, TX) ERCOT has issued a Weather Watch from September 6-8 due to forecasted higher temperatures, higher electrical demand, and the potential for lower reserves. Grid conditions are expected to be normal during a Weather Watch. ERCOT continues to monitor conditions closely and will deploy all available tools to manage the grid, continuing a reliability-first […]
Governor Abbott Places State Resources On Standby In Preparation For Severe Storms And Critical Fire Weather
Governor Greg Abbott today placed numerous resources on standby ahead of severe storms and critical fire weather that are expected across the state this weekend. Severe storms with heavy winds and large hail are likely in the eastern part of the state. Extreme fire danger has been forecast in the west and southwestern parts of […]
ERCOT Extends Weather Alert
ERCOT has extended the Weather Watch through August 11