To address the tuition and student-debt crises, universities should act cautiously before embarking on new building projects. This can be accomplished through maximizing the use of existing space and by capitalizing on the growth of online education.
Energy & Environment
Overview of ERCOT’s 765-kV Strategic Transmission Expansion Plan (STEP)
What STEP is and what it is not ERCOT’s Strategic Transmission Expansion Plan (STEP) proposes new 765-kilovolt (765-kV) transmission lines to move large amounts of electricity across Texas and strengthen the backbone of the grid. The point is straightforward: demand is rising, and the system needs more capacity to deliver power where Texans need it. The lifetime cost of the STEP is nearly $100 billion, a...
June 2, 2026