ERCOT Urges Conservation Amid Sweltering Heat

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued a voluntary conservation notice due to extreme temperatures and high demand for electricity. Texans are asked to reduce electricity use, while government agencies are requested to implement energy-saving programs. ERCOT recommends raising thermostats, avoiding large appliance usage, turning off non-essential lights and appliances, and running pool pumps early in the morning or overnight. Austin and other parts of Texas have been experiencing record-breaking heat waves, with temperatures expected to peak at 107 degrees on Thursday. The conservation notice aims to lower demand during peak hours and does not indicate an emergency or grid reliability issues.