ERCOT puts this winter’s emergency odds near 3%, and the grid has handled three record cold snaps since Uri. Here’s what’s fixed, what isn’t, and what it means for your electricity bill.
Category: Texas Electricity
What Winter Storm Uri Still Costs on Your Texas Electric Bill
Uri’s own storm charges add well under $1 a month to a Texas electric bill. Delivery charges are up $25 to $31 since 2020, but most of that isn’t about Uri.
Navigating the Power Play: Texas’ Energy Challenges and Solutions
Over the past fourteen years, from 2008 to 2022, Texas has been riding a wave of exponential population growth. The Lone Star State has seen its population expand by a […]
The Rise of Utility-Scale Battery Storage in Texas
Key Takeaways: A Major Acquisition of a Texas Battery Storage Player In a significant move that underscores the growing importance of battery storage in the energy landscape, ENGIE, a global […]
What’s a Power Brownout?
A severe storm hits town, and you bundle up on the couch with all your candles, flashlights, and non-electrical entertainment picks at arm’s length. You may be prepared for a […]
Inside the PUCs Plan to Raise Texas Electricity Rates
The PUC has a plan to raise Texas electricity rates. The plan is called the Performance Credit Mechanism (PCM) and it is specifically designed to transfer money from consumers to […]
How The Price of Natural Gas Drives Texas Electricity Rates
Natural gas plays a significant role in the Texas electricity market, affecting both the generation and pricing of electricity for consumers. Key Takeaways According to data from the Energy Information […]
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