ERCOT Forecasts Record Electric Demand as Texas Braces for Scorching Summer

Collin County News

June 25, 2025 Maverick Tax Guardians

As Texas heads into another blazing summer, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is forecasting record-breaking electricity demand. With high temperatures and dry conditions already setting in, the state’s power grid is under close watch as officials work to ensure reliability while urging residents to conserve energy.

What’s Behind the Surge in Demand?
ERCOT officials point to a combination of factors driving demand to new highs. Texas continues to see rapid population growth, with more homes and businesses adding to the grid’s load. At the same time, prolonged stretches of extreme heat are pushing air conditioning systems to work harder and longer, leading to spikes in electricity usage.

How ERCOT Plans to Respond
The agency says it’s taking steps to maintain grid stability, including bringing additional power sources online, securing reserve capacity, and monitoring conditions closely throughout the summer. ERCOT is also encouraging Texans to do their part by conserving energy during peak usage hours, typically in the late afternoon and early evening.

What Homeowners Should Know
For Texas homeowners, the situation is a reminder of the importance of energy efficiency—not just to help the grid, but to manage soaring utility bills. Small steps like setting thermostats higher, sealing drafts, and using ceiling fans can make a big difference during peak demand periods. In the long term, energy-conscious upgrades may also add value to your property.

With ERCOT forecasting record demand this summer, Texas residents should stay informed and prepared. By working together to conserve power, we can help reduce strain on the grid and avoid outages during the hottest months ahead.

Source
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Community Impact -“ERCOT forecasts record electric demand amid hot, dry summer”( June 24, 2025). Retrieved from:https://communityimpact.com/austin/south-central-austin/government/2025/06/24/ercot-forecasts-record-electric-demand-amid-hot-dry-summer/