Texas grid faces peak demand as CREZ builds west winds
Texas energy officials warn 2011 heat near repeat as ERCOT expands CREZ transmission to move 18 456 MW of wind power from West Texas and the Panhandle to urban centers. The $7 billion project spans 2300 miles across multiple counties and utilities with completion targeted by end of 2013. Critics urge affordable options while advocates tout wind solar and efficiency to ease bills.
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Texas Clean Energy Project Progress Report
ERCOT and PS Energy announce federal funding approval for the Texas Clean Energy Project with a 450 million grant covering about 19 percent of total costs. The Midland Odessa initiative plans 200 megawatts of low carbon power to GPS Energy, aiming for groundbreaking in the fourth quarter and operational by 2015.
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