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When the lights are out in the Dallas and Fort Worth area, the most important question is, when will power be back on?
In this article, you’ll find the link for the Oncor power outage map, how to report your power outage, and how to find out when your lights will be back on. We’ll also review how to stay informed of potential storm damage and power outages near you.
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Ask any household, and they’ll tell you that a refrigerator is the center of their kitchen. It’s also one of the appliances driving your electricity bill according to the EIA, accounting for 6-7% of your household power usage. How much electricity does your refrigerator use, and just how much is it costing you? Let’s find out.
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Summer electricity peak demand in Texas is expected to grow nearly 80% in the next 10 years, from 85,464 MW in 2023 to a projected 153,230 MW in 2033. And no, electric vehicles aren’t the cause.
According to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), the entity responsible for managing the Texas grid, the three factors driving electricity demand in Texas are: artificial intelligence, hydrogen electrolysis and cryptocurrency mining.
Has your business been impacted by Texas power outages? Whether it’s caused by a grid malfunction, brown out or hurricane, owners and administrators of large commercial businesses are tired of being anxious about their power supply. What if you could have a reliable source of power, independent of the grid? That’s what a microgrid is all about.
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Have you dealt with multiple power outages in your home? Maybe it’s time for a portable generator for hurricane outages. Here’s a quick look at our shopping process for a portable generator for a 1500 square foot 3 bedroom/2 bath ranch style home in Near Northwest Houston. Hopefully this will help you pick the right generator for your home as well.
Always work with a licensed and insured electrician and plumber when installing your portable generator. Also check local regulations in your area regarding permitting requirements.
Texas residents have a new option for backup power for their home: a home battery backup subscription. You’ll get a full home battery backup system installed for under $700, pay a monthly fee and commit to using a specific retail electricity provider. Your REP will charge your battery when prices are low and sell power back to the grid when demand is high.
When the lights are out in the Houston area, the most important question is, when will power be back on? In this article, you’ll find the link for CenterPoint Energy’s outage map and information on how to use it, plus all the contact information you need to report a power outage in the area.
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Over 26 million people in Texas, more than 85% of the state’s population, have the power to choose their electricity provider thanks to electricity deregulation. Some of the largest cities in Texas are deregulated for electricity, including Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Corpus Christi. Here’s a complete list of cities and town in Texas that are deregulated.
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If you live in Texas, you’re familiar with energy conservation alerts. In 2023, ERCOT (Electricity Reliability Council of Texas) issued 13 requests for energy conservation. And 2024 is expected to have hotter than average temperatures, so the risk of energy conservation alerts is high! Use this guide to understand ERCOT’s energy conservation and energy emergency alerts.
How your Texas business uses electricity this summer will impact your bill for the next year.
If you have a demand meter, your peak demand charges for the next calendar year will be established during the grid’s highest demand days in a 4 month period. That’s known as your 4 coincident peaks, or 4CP.
In this article, we’ll explain what 4CP is and how it impacts your business. Then we’ll give you tips on how to lower your demand charges based on this knowledge.
North and West Texas have their share of cold weather and even snow. But those on the Gulf Coast are less familiar with what to do when a Texas cold front is on the way. Here’s your checklist to prepare for below freezing weather in Texas.
