Neeley: While in the rest of the U.S. decisions on electricity are centrally decided by government-regulated monopolies, in Texas such decisions are made by the market. This system has provided Texans more choice and cheaper electricity.
Energy & Environment
Transmission Trouble
The Public Utility Commission of Texas should pause implementation of ERCOT’s Strategic Transmission Expansion Plan (STEP) and carefully evaluate more affordable, reliable alternatives before committing Texans to the largest transmission projects in state history. While Texas faces growing electricity demand from population growth, industrial expansion, and data centers, STEP fails to address the state’s most...
June 4, 2026