ERCOT is asking Texans to voluntarily conserve energy usage effective today, August 17, from 3pm-8pm. It's important to note that ERCOT is not experiencing emergency conditions at this time. 

Why is ERCOT requesting voluntary conservation?

• Extreme Heat. Much of Texas is seeing a return to extreme temperatures today.

• Record Demand. Texas is seeing near-record demand due to the heat.

• Solar. Solar generation declines into the evening hours, before completely going offline at sunset.

• Wind. Lower wind generation is forecasted for this afternoon during peak demand time.

Track the latest ERCOT power grid conditions here.

View energy conservation resources from Nueces Electric Cooperative here.