ERCOT Prepares for Record Power Demand During Texas Heat Wave
Texas's grid manager, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, has warned that the ongoing heat wave will push electricity demand to unprecedented levels for at least three consecutive days, with air-conditioner use expected to elevate power demand to records Monday through Wednesday. Some areas of the state are already experiencing heat indexes approaching 120 F, and meteorologists have warned that the heat wave may persist well into next week with little or no chance of rain to bring relief.