ERCOT enters 'new era' as it stares down unprecedented demand growth by 2030

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Expanding CCUS is essential in addressing our state's energy demands while securing a reliable and affordable energy future.

ERCOT enters 'new era' as it stares down unprecedented demand growth by 2030

San Antonio Express-News, Apr. 23, 2024

The state power grid boss is facing what could be his biggest challenge yet as the state stares down unprecedented load growth and doubled demand by the end of the decade.

As a result, Electric Reliability Council of Texas CEO Pablo Vegas says the grid he oversees is entering “a new era of planning” to ensure everyone from regular Texans to those drilling for oil and gas in the Permian Basin have the power they need.

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