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energy2 years ago•1 min saved

"California Grid Braces for Surge in Power Demand Amid Heat Wave"

California's Independent System Operator (ISO) is warning of high temperatures and increased electricity usage during the coming week, as the grid operator prepares for tight conditions and potential supply shortages. ISO is closely monitoring the power grid as heat waves can strain resources across multiple Western states. While energy supplies are currently sufficient to meet demand, ISO may issue emergency notifications and Flex Alerts to secure additional resources and urge consumers to reduce power use during peak hours. Temperatures in California could reach 5-15 degrees hotter than usual for mid-August, with the northern interior experiencing temperatures of 98-108°F and the desert Southwest seeing highs of 105-118°F.

via Reuters|

#california #electricity-usage #energy

energy2 years ago•2 min saved

"Texas Power Prices Skyrocket 800% as Heatwave Hits"

Texas power prices are set to surge more than 800% on Sunday due to searing heat, which is pushing electricity demand towards record levels and straining supplies on the state grid. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) reported that electricity prices for Sunday evening rose to over $2,500 per megawatt-hour, compared to Saturday's high of about $275. The surplus of available power capacity on the grid versus power consumption is expected to narrow to 1.6 gigawatts, potentially triggering emergency responses. ERCOT has issued a weather watch and will continue to monitor conditions closely.

via Yahoo Finance|

#electricity-demand #emergency-response #energy

environment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Texas Power Grid Struggles to Keep Up with Record-Breaking Heat Wave"

Texas experienced record-breaking energy usage as a heat wave continues to scorch the state, with power use reaching 80,828 megawatts, surpassing the previous record set last July. Despite its conservative leadership, Texas has significantly increased solar power generation in recent years, which has helped support the grid during peak energy demand. The state is expected to face triple-digit temperatures for several more days, with heat advisories in effect. The heat wave is also spreading to other parts of the South, with millions of Americans under heat warnings or alerts.

via Gizmodo|

#energy-usage #environment #grid-operator