- The Electric Reliability Council of Texas is facing pressure and calls for action regarding data center expansion costs and development in the state.
- Governor in Texas proposes data center regulation, while a coalition welcomes the proposals regarding interconnection to the ERCOT grid.
- Governor directs the Public Utility Commission of Texas to shield Texans from potential utility issues.
Governor Abbott urged citizens to curb energy use in response to ongoing energy grid strain in Texas.
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Updated Sep 11
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What happened
Governor Abbott urged citizens to curb energy use in response to ongoing energy grid strain in Texas.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Greg Abbott
Governor of Texas since 2015
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Electric Reliability Council of Texas
regional transmission organization in Texas
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- Kraft referenced a governor's directive made to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas regarding Guadalupe County.