![]() ![]() On Friday, demand is expected to peak around 8 a.m. compared to demand of about 52,500 megawatts at the same time Wednesday, prior to the storm. Peak electricity demand Thursday is estimated at 67,300 megawatts at around 8 p.m. Still, ERCOT listed its operating reserves at about 8,500 megawatts Thursday afternoon, and it said previously that the grid has a total generating capacity of about 86,000 megawatts if needed. Storm-related problems, such as downed power lines, caused scattered power outages in some regions.īut grid conditions were normal overall - meaning power supplies were sufficient for current demand - according to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, which operates the grid.ĭemand totaled about 63,800 megawatts around 3:30 p.m., a substantial increase from about 46,000 megawatts around the same time Wednesday, before the storm hit. The Texas power grid continued to generate more than enough electricity Thursday afternoon to outstrip big demand statewide amid freezing temperatures and a wintry mix of sleet and snow. Peak demand for Texas grid coming Friday morning Stay up to date with the latest news and alerts on this winter storm by downloading the Austin American-Statesman's app today. ![]() ![]() Watch Video: 2022 winter storm will be different in Texas than 2021 freeze
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