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Texas courts blocking jury trials for 30,000 victims of 2021 winter storm
Four years later after a devastating winter storm swept through Texas, not a single witness deposition has been taken and not a single case has

SK companies launch first US energy storage project in Texas
Korean conglomerate SK Group’s two energy units — SK Gas and SK Eternix — have launched their first electricity storage system project in the United

Texas House Bill 838 aims to make power grid interconnections easier
A look at potential legislative reforms for the strained Texas power grid. Read More

Major electric vehicle manufacturer moves headquarters to Houston
It hopes to manufacture up to 1,200 cars, vans and trucks annually. Read More
On anniversary of Texas blackouts, ERCOT forecasts potential energy shortages in coming years
Experts were skeptical of a report from the Texas grid operator showing the state could run short of power by 2026. Read More

Texas electric utilities now required to maintain online power outage trackers
Electricity providers in Texas that service retail customers are now required to maintain online power outage trackers that provide information in English and Spanish. Read More


Texas leads U.S. in solar and battery storage growth
Texas added more solar and battery storage capacity to its power grid than any other energy source in 2024, continuing its rapid expansion of renewable

Best Solar Panel Installation Companies in Texas
Texas is a great state for those looking to switch to solar energy. Before making the switch, here are some important things you should consider. Read
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‘There is no expectation of an energy emergency,’ ERCOT says before bitterly cold Texas temps
ERCOT says to expect normal grid conditions during the upcoming frigid weather. Read More

MidAmerican Energy proposes building $600 million gas plant, 800 megawatts of solar
MidAmerican Energy proposes building a $600 million natural gas in southern Iowa to meet peak demand, along with 800 megawatts of solar across Iowa. Read More

ERCOT Issues Weather Watch While Abbott Says Grid Is Ready
Both ERCOT and Texas Governor Greg Abbott want Texans to be prepared for the cold coming our way. Read More

Candler County officials hold meeting to discuss solar farm
A solar farm that will potentially produce enough energy to power 14,000 homes may be built in Candler County. Read More