News from February 2023
Texas lawmakers, energy analysts say 'more is needed' to improve grid
Following the severe winter storm Uri in 2021, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott directed the Public Utility Commission to "take immediate action" in order to improve grid reliability across the Lone Star State.
Energy Alliance policy director: Heavy investment in renewable resources 'coming up snake eyes' in Texas
The 2021 winter storms in Texas shed light on the need for the Texan energy grid to be updated and improved. In response, the Public Utility Commission (PUC) has proposed a plan to significantly overhaul the current grid system. However, this proposal has been met with scrutiny from both policy experts and leading politicians alike.
Senators skeptical of Texas PUC grid plan: 'We cannot miss on this'
The Texas Senate Committee on Business and Commerce held a hearing Tuesday on the Public Utility Commission's (PUC) plan to overhaul the Texas energy grid.
Senate Committee questions price tag of new PUC grid plan, has concern for consumer cost
On Feb. 7, the Texas Senate Committee on Business and Commerce held a hearing on the Public Utility Commission's (PUC) plan to overhaul the Texas energy grid. PUC Chairman Peter Lake answered questions from the committee. Several senators displayed their skepticism over whether the plan would work, pointing out their concerns with the plan's novel nature. Specific issues raised by senators include questions over the price tag for the plan and its ability to attract new generators to the market.
Texas senators, PUC chair say subsidies for renewable power take away from 'what actually works'
The Texas Senate Committee on Business & Commerce heard criticism of renewable power subsidies during a recent hearing on the Public Utility Commission's (PUC) efforts re-engineer the state's energy grid following Winter Storm Uri in 2021.
Texas governor in State of the State Address: 'Our local communities need new economic tools this session'
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signified his support for resurrecting the Chapter 313 tax subsidy program during his recent State of the State speech.