Letters to the Editor — Readers share a flow of ideas about the Texas energy grid

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In all proposed solutions to grid enhancement that conclude only fossil energy should be considered, there is never an analysis including the costly emissions...

In all proposed solutions to grid enhancement that conclude only fossil energy should be considered, there is never an analysis including the costly emissions associated with that decision. This is especially problematic for Texas, already the greatest polluter of all American states.

I’m curious about the cost to make and install wind turbines, what the leased land costs, expected useful life, annual maintenance and payback. With and without subsidies. Same for solar. Same for nuclear, coal and gas. Same for electric cars. Each retail provider will be required to provide dispatchable generation plus reserves on a prorated basis to provide competitive equity. Also, each load serving entity will be required to demonstrate performance through actual operation of the generation at times of maximum demand.

This is my understanding of the proposal. I am the retired general manager of the Greenville Electric Utility System and a former ERCOT board member. My comments are my own without affiliation.I like the fact that Gov. Greg Abbott backs the ERCOT proposal to revamp the power grid by implementing a “performance credit mechanism.” The 2% increase in cost is well worth it to increase the gas-fired generation capacity.

Folks, Texas is the perfect example of the definition of insanity if it means that if you keep electing the same legislators over and over again but expect different outcomes. This plan will add another 2% to your electric bill. Let’s hear it for deregulation!Gov. Greg Abbott is wrong. The Texas electricity grid does not need more methane-fired power plants. Our planet’s future and our own well-being are already in peril. U.S. greenhouse gas emissions increased last year.

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