ERCOT is asking Texans to turn their thermostats up and avoid using large appliances between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tuesday. Texas ERCOT heatwave Heat summer
Demand for energy in Texas is expected to break the previous record of 80,038 megawatts at around 4 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon.
With temps soaring and energy demand is expected to break records, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas is asking power users to voluntarily conserve on Tuesday afternoon.set on July 20, 2022, according to theIn response, ERCOT — the manager of Texas' electric grid — is asking users to conserve power between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. In statement on its website, officials ask residents to turn up their thermostats slightly and avoid using appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines.
Despite the advisory, Texans can expect their lights and air conditioners to stay on, ERCOT officials said. ERCOT anticipates having 1,000 megawatts in excess energy available, according to its online dashboard. The notice comes as cities across Texas experience record-breaking heat Tuesday. In San Antonio, the high is expected
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