ERCOT Faces Challenges Amidst Soaring Texas Power Demand

Texas grid operator struggles with congestion and infrastructure needs as electricity demand could nearly double by 2030.

ERCOT abandons a congestion relief plan due to insufficient participation from major power consumers.
Texas's electricity demand is projected to reach 150 gigawatts by 2030, driven by population growth and industrial electrification.
Key weaknesses in the grid include inadequate thermal generation capacity and heavy reliance on distant wind and solar power.
San Antonio-based CPS is upgrading critical transmission lines, with completion expected in three years.
New thermal and modular nuclear projects are in development but will take years to become operational.