Energy & Environment Fool Me Twice: Why the Texas Grid is Still Vulnerable to Winter Storms | Part 1: The Evolution of the Texas Grid Part 1: The Evolution of the Texas Grid since Winter Storm Uri in 2021 As the five-year anniversary of Winter Storm Uri approaches, this analysis by Dr. Brent Bennett examines whether the ERCOT grid is truly prepared for the next major winter storm. Despite widespread perception that the grid has become more resilient, the data... December 9, 2025
Energy & Environment The sun is stronger than our electric grid — and we are defenseless against it The Carrington Event literally shocked telegraph operators. A repeat could shock an entire civilization into the pre-industrial age. Imagine being a telegraph operator in September 1859. You’re sitting at your station, using cutting-edge technology to tap out messages hundreds and thousands of miles away. Suddenly, brilliant auroras light up the night sky from the tropics... February 9, 2026
K-12 Education High Demand Shows Texas Families Want More Educational Freedom The rollout of Texas’ Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) has already become a major success. When state officials opened applications on February 4, demand poured in at an unprecedented rate, with tens of thousands of families rushing to apply. Early figures show the scale of that demand. Within just hours of launch, more than 20,000 applications... February 12, 2026