ERCOT Power Prices, Congestion Costs Increase in 2017

ERCOT Power Prices, Congestion Costs Increase in 2017

Key wholesale power prices in Texas increased during 2017 — an upward surge largely driven by rising natural gas prices. Average demand for power in the ERCOT market also increased in 2017. However, peak-hour demand fell by 2.2 percent from the all-time record set...
TCAP Updates Electric Deregulation Annual Report

TCAP Updates Electric Deregulation Annual Report

It was with the promise of better prices and choices that state lawmakers in 1999 adopted the Texas electric deregulation law. Newly minted electric companies would compete for customers. In theory, market forces would keep a lid on bills. How has Texas fared since...
TCAP Report: Electricity Complaints Fall To New Low

TCAP Report: Electricity Complaints Fall To New Low

Electricity complaints filed with state regulators have dropped precipitously to a new post-electric deregulation low, according to a new report by the Texas Coalition for Affordable Power. All told, Texans filed 4,835 electricity-related complaints or inquiries with...