As Texas faced repeated warnings and failures, especially during the peak season from June to August, it became evident: Texas’s electric reliability is no mere guarantee. The issues we confront with our grid are substantial and persistent. With a rapidly growing Texas population, the demands on the grid are intensifying. Adding to the strain, coal-fired […]
Navigating Grid Reliability and the Role of Microgrids in Texas Read More
In its essence, Demand Response (DR) is your reaction to electricity market signals, either projected or in real-time. This reaction can be reducing your energy load or pushing energy back into the grid. These signals may appear as: High ERCOT coincident peaks ERCOT demand response events Retail supplier demand response program events Utility load shedding
Summer is Coming: Will you participate and benefit from Demand Respond? Read More
Regulated delivery charges are often a sore topic among electricity consumers. While consumers can choose their retail electric provider (REP) in most areas of ERCOT, they are unable to choose their regulated delivery company with a few exceptions. Exceptions exist in small pockets where the territory may be classified as dual or even triple certified
Regulated Utility Delivery Charges and Ways to Reduce Them Read More
Have you ever wondered how electricity rates continue to rise when natural gas prices are at the lowest, they have been all year, and the cheapest renewable energy makes up nearly 50% of our resource mix on the Texas grid? Traditionally, fluctuations in electricity rates are driven by two primary factors, the cost of fuel
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As the global community grows increasingly focused on sustainable and reliable energy solutions, the concept of the microgrid has emerged as a topic of significant interest. But what exactly is a microgrid? In this post, we will delve into the intricacies of microgrids, exploring their structure, benefits, and potential role in shaping our energy future.
What are Microgrids? An In-Depth Look Read More
