Texans should again reduce power use from 4 p.m to 9 p.m. Sunday to help keep the grid stable, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas says.
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas is watching grid conditions and again asking people to cut back on electricity use.askingThe grid operator expects scorching temperatures will lead to a surge in power demand as people blast air conditioners to cope with the stifling heat. With less wind and solar power expected to be generated today, ERCOT warns that the grid may struggle to keep up with the high demand.
This marks the sixth call for voluntary conservation this month alone, as ERCOT navigates the precarious balance between supply and demand.Increase your thermostat setting by a few degreesTurn off unnecessary lightsThe National Weather Service has once again issued an for parts of the Austin area, saying dangerously hot temperatures of 105 to 108 degrees increase the risk of heat-related illnesses.
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