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2020 presidential election – green energy policies

August 10th, 2020

As America moves into election season, all eyes and ears will soon be focused on the presidential race. Green energy will likely stand front and center.…

Will ERCOT’s electricity reserve be sufficient this summer?

August 7th, 2020

Texas began this summer with a larger electricity reserve than last year. At 10.6 percent, it was almost 2 percentage points higher than in 2019.…

Energy companies cancel Atlantic Coast Pipeline

August 5th, 2020

Duke Energy and Dominion Energy announced they were walking away from the Atlantic Coast Pipeline being constructed in several states.…

How many peaker plants could Texas replace with energy storage?

August 3rd, 2020

65 gas and oil-powered peaker plants are currently responsible for ensuring that Texas’ growing demand for energy can be met even at peak times. …

When will the Texas oil patch experience a recovery?

July 31st, 2020

With the oil prices increasing and the number of drilling permits in the Permian Basin on the rise, some believe the industry could bounce back.…

Texas may save millions with distributed storage

July 29th, 2020

Expanding the use of distributed storage in Texas could save money for customers by reducing the need for transmission and distribution infrastructure.…

Chemical monitoring regulations relaxed during pandemic

July 27th, 2020

Regulators have allowed oil and chemical companies in Texas to suspend certain monitoring requirements due to the coronavirus pandemic. …

NRG Energy Inc. acquires Direct Energy in all-cash transaction

July 24th, 2020

NRG Energy Inc. (NRG) announced today it has reached an agreement with Centrica PLC to acquire Direct Energy in a $3.625 billion all-cash transaction. This …

Energy assistance programs for low income Texans

July 22nd, 2020

Energy expenses are one of the primary financial concerns for many Texans. Energy assistance programs can ensure citizens are able to pay their bills. …

Energy consumption returning to normal levels

July 20th, 2020

(July 20, 2020) Over the past few months, several geopolitical factors have influenced the decline in American energy consumption. For the average consumer, this meant lower…