Energy & Environment
Family Of Houston Man Who Died During Winter Storm Sues ERCOT, CenterPoint
Posted on · It’s the latest in a number of lawsuits against Texas’ grid operator, which currently has immunity from legal action.
Posted on · It’s the latest in a number of lawsuits against Texas’ grid operator, which currently has immunity from legal action.
Posted on · Patrick also echoed misleading claims by Gov. Greg Abbott that outages in renewable energy were primarily to blame for last week’s blackouts.
Posted on · Below freezing temperatures exposed major issues in the Texas power infrastructure last week, and has left many electricity customers asking if they’ll see a big price spike in their next bill.
Posted on · The Public Utility Commission of Texas has implemented a ban on utility cutoffs for consumers who don’t pay their bills. The move does not apply to cooperatives or to municipality-owned utilities like CPS in San Antonio or Austin Energy.
Posted on · The decision came after laboratory test results came back from the state showing safe water samples.
Posted on · The PUC decision could allow two companies that already hold more than 70% of the market share to scoop up even more consumers, which experts worry will stifle competition and raise prices for everyone in the unregulated market in the long term.
Posted on · Texas allows companies to sell electricity at wholesale prices. When the price of electricity skyrocketed last week, that meant exorbitant bills for many residents who had been trying to save money.
Posted on · The president's declaration provides federal funding to individuals in 77 of the state's hardest-hit counties, opening up emergency aid for home repairs, temporary housing and other assistance.
Posted on · Dr. Peter Hotez discusses the impact on the winter storm on COVID cases and vaccines. Plus, representatives from HEB, Greater Houston Restaurant Association and Mutual Aid Houston talk about food supply and aid.
Posted on · In 2011, Turner filed a bill requiring the Electric Reliability Council of Texas to have adequate reserve power in order to prevent blackout conditions. That bill did not get a hearing.
Posted on · Houston area residents are reporting exorbitant prices of food, water, and hotel rooms while the state continues to deal with shortages of essential items after a winter storm hit the state.
Posted on · Abbott also blasted the Electric Reliability Council of Texas for its handling of the recent winter storm.
Posted on · We bring you the latest status on power, food and water distribution, and tonight’s freeze with local and state organizers, including former Congressman Beto O'Rourke.
Posted on · Some power plants and infrastructure that were knocked offline due to the freezing weather are up and running again, but the grid's condition remains critical.
Posted on · Mayor Sylvester Turner warned that a boil water notice would not be lifted until Sunday at the earliest, though he expected Monday to be more likely.