‘Reliability Is First': ERCOT, PUC Give Update On Readiness Of Texas Power Grid During Summer Heat

CBS Dallas/Fort Worth

July 23, 2021

Scorching temperatures are upon Texans in the midst of summer and energy officials continue to be on the hot seat in the state.

On Thursday, the head of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas and the state’s Public Utility Commission gave an update on the grid’s preparedness.

The ERCOT and PUC leaders agreed the power will stay on as Texans enter the hottest stretch of the year. They also spoke about some changes to operations following the fallout from the February winter storms.

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