Texas solar, wind and battery storage issues could cause 'immediate catastrophic grid failure,' says ERCOT

Claire Hao | Source: Houston Chronicle | Posted 04/25/2024

Flaws in some solar, wind and battery storage resources on the Texas power grid could lead to issues that could cause “immediate catastrophic grid failure” if they are not addressed, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas said.

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Issues with some solar, wind, and battery storage resources on the Texas power grid could result in potential catastrophic failures if left unaddressed, according to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT). Disagreements between ERCOT and clean energy developers have delayed resolving the problem, with concerns raised about the impact on investments in the state.

Clean energy resources have surged on the Texas grid, offering cost-effective alternatives to traditional fossil fuel plants and contributing to lower electricity costs and reduced emissions. The current debate revolves around inverter-based resources' ability to withstand grid disturbances, with ERCOT experiencing failures in West Texas, prompting calls for upgrades and compliance with new standards to ensure grid stability. Resolutions are pending ERCOT's Technical Advisory Committee and expected to go before the Public Utility Commission of Texas for final approval.

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