Financing the state’s huge appetite for roadways and infrastructure will certainly be challenging. Texas will either have to raise taxes-a bad move in any economy, but an even worse policy decision in today’s souring economic environment-or look to alternative funding methods. One such method: public-private partnerships (PPPs).
Buckle up for summer blackouts: Wind is already failing Texas in spring
It’s been all quiet on the electric grid front for a few months — but don’t get your hopes up. Over the last month, electricity prices came near the $5000/MWh regulatory cap three separate times because the wind wasn’t blowing enough when the sun went down. If this sounds familiar, you’re not wrong. You may hear...