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As Texas’ energy demand soars, a pilot program looks to bolster grid with “virtual power plants”
Read full article: As Texas’ energy demand soars, a pilot program looks to bolster grid with “virtual power plants”A Texas pilot program aims to show how residents could participate directly in the wholesale power market.
Triple-digit temperatures scorch Texas as millions across Southwest under excessive heat warnings
Read full article: Triple-digit temperatures scorch Texas as millions across Southwest under excessive heat warningsThe National Weather Service says a heat dome that has led to nearly 90 consecutive days of triple-digit temperatures in Phoenix has moved into Texas.
EXPLAINER: Challenges from intense summer heat raise questions about Texas power grid's reliability
Read full article: EXPLAINER: Challenges from intense summer heat raise questions about Texas power grid's reliabilityThis summer’s sweltering heat has put tremendous stress on Texas’ power grid, with the state setting 10 new records for electricity demand.
Analysis: Betting a Texas election on a weather forecast
Read full article: Analysis: Betting a Texas election on a weather forecastGov. Greg Abbott says he can "guarantee" there won't be blackouts this winter in Texas after one that knocked out power for some people for four days last February. That's the kind of pre-election prediction that can make a weather forecaster more useful than a political poll.