Steady advances in technology are decoupling fossil-fuel energy and air pollution. In fact, air pollution continues to reach new record lows in Texas and the nation, even as Americans burn increasing amounts of coal, oil, and natural gas to power their homes, vehicles, businesses, and factories.
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...