Posted on · In coming months, a lot of work will be done in the Houston area to detect one, particular chemical that’s polluting the air. It’s sulfur dioxide. It’s in the smoke that comes from burning coal.
Posted on · We first reported in June about some so-called "fake profits" in the Texas energy industry that led to a multi-million dollar windfall for some companies. We have been following up to see what can be done to reimburse consumers for what some experts call a serious mistake in pricing electricity.
Posted on · Texans spend more on electricity than people in just about any other state according to federal data. Hot weather and air conditioners have a lot to do with it. But there are allegations that there's something else at play.
Posted on · The state's energy market underwent deregulation in 2002. The idea was to break up monopolies, provide for competition, and, in doing so, drive down consumer costs while ensuring reliability. Now, Texas consumers have hundreds of energy plans to choose from. We discuss how to choose an affordable electricity plan with Loren Steffy, managing director for […]
Posted on · On Monday, Houston METRO Chairman Gilbert Garcia and U.S. Congressman John Culberson held a press conference to announce the beginning of discussions to find regional transportation solutions together. That announcement was surprising to some, as twice now Rep. Culberson — a member of the House Appropriations Committee — inserted a provision into a transportation, housing […]
Posted on · With the dramatic population growth of recent years in Greater Houston comes the need to update and expand services ranging from public transportation to clean water to electricity. Does Greater Houston have enough electricity to meet growing demand? If not, how might we meet that demand in an economically viable way? One approach is the […]
Posted on · With the dramatic population growth of recent years in Greater Houston comes the need to update and expand services ranging from public transportation to clean water to electricity. Does Greater Houston have enough electricity to meet growing demand? If not, how might we meet that demand in an economically viable way? One approach is the […]
Posted on · The Texas power grid agency — ERCOT — is predicting higher electricity prices and more risk for black-outs if new, "clean air" regulations are put into effect. ERCOT released the report that it will provide to federal regulators.
Posted on · Houston Import Project is critically needed or is a waste of money
Posted on · During a meeting of the Texas Public Utility Commission, its former chairman, Barry Smitherman, gave Texans one more reason to love their state and for others to envy it: low, low prices for electricity. âIf you use the best available price in the market place from a retail electric provider Houston and Dallas have the […]
Posted on · Texans pay among highest electricity bills but prices vary in-state
Posted on · There could still be power shortages until new plants open in August.
Posted on · Each Tuesday of this month, Houston Matters has explored efforts here in Greater Houston to pursue alternative, renewable forms of energy. In previous weeks, we discussed solar energy, hydrogen, wind power, and biofuels. On this edition of the program, we ask what youâd prefer to see energy companies here in Texas pursue â whether traditional […]
Posted on · Utilities are passing on the rising cost of natural gas to customers.
Posted on · Back in 1999, state lawmakers voted to deregulate electricity in Texas. The idea: to break up monopolies, provide for competition, and in so doing, drive down consumer costs while ensuring reliability. But is that what has actually happened? Former Houston Chronicle business columnist Loren Steffy explores the complexities of electricity deregulation in Texas in the […]