Expected low wind-power generation, potential low solar generation — ERCOT asks for conservation between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. CT
Texans are being asked to reduce their electricity use Tuesday eveningERCOT is asking Texans to reduce their electricity use, if safe to do so, on Tuesday evening. This is due to a high level of unexpected thermal generation outages and forecasted low wind power generation.The grid is not experiencing emergency conditions, but forecasts indicate a potential to enter emergency operations this evening according to an ERCOT statement.
Conservation is a widely used industry tool that can help lower demand on the power grid for a specific peak time.ERCOT is asking Texans to take simple power conservation steps to reduce demand on the grid.Avoid using large appliances like washers and dryers.Set pool pumps to run early morning or overnight instead of peak hours.
The PUCT's Power to Save website has tips for reducing electricity use in homes and businesses and other
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