ERCOT CEO wants some companies to use their own generators during peak demand

| Source: WFAA-TV | Posted 02/24/2025

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Pablo Vegas also tells us he expects the market to meet the state’s growing demand for powerCEO Pablo Vegas joined us on Inside Texas Politics and said there is no need to worry or panic as that is a worst-case scenario and other models show the supply tightening, but not exceeding demand.

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During a recent interview, ERCOT CEO Pablo Vegas addressed concerns about Texas's power supply, particularly in light of a report predicting that demand could outstrip supply by summer 2026. While acknowledging the potential for increased demand, Vegas emphasized that this scenario is a worst-case and that other models suggest supply will tighten but not fall short. He highlighted the state's growth and the expectation that the market will respond to these demands by developing necessary supply resources.

Vegas also noted that power demand in Texas is projected to nearly double by 2030, putting pressure on the state's infrastructure. He expressed confidence that Texas can meet its power needs more efficiently than other states due to its regulatory environment. Additionally, he advocated for Senate Bill 6, which would require large companies, particularly data centers, to utilize their backup generators during peak demand periods to enhance grid reliability.

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