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 ...
ERCOT issues Weather Watch ahead of next week's extreme cold
HOUSTON — The Electric Reliability Council of Texas has issued a warning ahead of next week's extreme cold weather. ERCOT ...
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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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.
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 ...
Bitcoin Miners Helped Texas Avoid $18 Billion Energy Costs: Report
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) mining reportedly helped Texas avoid $18 billion in energy costs by eliminating the need for new gas ...
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 ...