This fact sheet provides a clear, concise examination of the adverse effects that legislation such as the Waxman-Markey bill (cap-and-trade) could have on Texas’ economy-resulting in job losses, rising energy prices, and reversed economic growth.
Energy & Environment
Forecasting the Future of the ERCOT Grid, Part 1: The Ongoing Winter Reliability Challenge
Forecasting the Future of the ERCOT Grid, Part 1: The Ongoing Winter Reliability Challenge Written By: Michael Reed and Brent Bennett, Ph.D. Download the full research paper here. Key Points While the operational performance of the ERCOT grid has improved since Winter Storm Uri in 2021, the increasing reliance of the grid on wind, solar,...
June 8, 2026