ERCOT

ERCOT has released a preliminary report about the causes of the power outages during February’s winter storm. But some stakeholders are already calling for it to be clarified — or even retracted. Industry experts say the news media and public are misinterpreting the data.

With two months left in the legislative session, Texas state policymakers are split on two key issues related to the deadly power outages in February: electricity repricing and natural gas reforms.

After the magazine 'Texas Monthly' published Arthur D'Andrea's comments to Bank of America investors, Gov. Greg Abbott asked for and received his resignation. D'Andrea will formally depart when his replacement is appointed.

The San Antonio City Council has approved allowing CPS Energy to seek up to $500 million in loans in order to offset the cost of high-priced electricity and natural gas during the winter storm last month.

The energy grid in Texas is simultaneously unprepared for and actively contributing to the processes behind climate change. But because of the state’s historical reliance on fossil fuels, conversations about adaptation often lack candor — or don’t happen at all.

San Antonio’s CPS Energy is suing ERCOT for what it calls “excessive, illegitimate and illegal prices” during the winter storm and energy crisis.

Experts worry the remaining corporations will become “huge monsters that can't fail,” which could stifle competition and increase costs for ratepayers in the long-term.

Some said the move would have saved companies and lowered electric rates for consumers hit by high prices in the storm.

Bill Magness is the latest official to depart following the winter storm catastrophe.

On Monday, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick called for PUC Chair DeAnn Walker and Electric Reliability Council of Texas CEO Bill Magness to resign.