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posted ago by communityguy ago by communityguy +3347 / -0

He apparently knows a lot about energy, having served on energy company boards, why isn't he helping out with the situation?

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Geoffwk 5 points ago +6 / -1

Because once they secede, they’ll be able to fire up coal plants again

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Eric-CIA-ramella 3 points ago +4 / -1

"Abbott received a waiver from the U.S. Department of Energy on Sunday to allow power generations to increase production."

Does that sound like your "independence" you're bitching about? Texas has to ask Feds for permission to make more electricity for demand in this clown world, do some more research before you sound off like a faggot next time.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/weather/topstories/texas-electric-grid-operator-says-frozen-wind-turbines-are-hampering-states-power-output-report/ar-BB1dHSyR?ocid=uxbndlbing&fbclid=IwAR0cxrJAx9hX4PdwJqFPHop0fybJ7ST7ZYOg6lnIJtnQhIQJsCAuzVCWxGs

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BravoEcho 2 points ago +2 / -0

They do have the ability to import power via several edge transformer stations with surrounding states and Mexico. The real question is why didn't/haven't they?

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BravoEcho 2 points ago +2 / -0

Actually I read this morning somewhere that ERCOT is rightfully under fire for screwing the pooch. Found a link: https://www.statesman.com/story/news/politics/2021/02/16/ercot-board-under-fire-texas-five-out-state-members/6768919002/