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Texas Grid Predicts Record Demand as Heat Rises, Wind Power Sags

Tuesday, August 18, 2026


The Texas grid operator forecast record electricity demand as temperatures rise while wind power generation is expected to decline. The grid has experienced multiple record demand periods in recent years during high-heat periods. Wind generation in Texas typically fluctuates based on weather patterns and atmospheric conditions.

Original reporting: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-18/texas-grid-forecasts-record-demand-as-heat-builds-wind-sags

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