ERCOT issues Conservation Appeal for the 6th time in the past week

AUSTIN, Texas - The Electric Reliability Council of Texas is once again asking Texans to conserve power Wednesday.

ERCOT issued its sixth Conservation Appeal in the past week for August 30, from 6 to 9 p.m., if safe to do so.

Similar to yesterday, ERCOT says operating reserves are expected to be low in the afternoon and evening due to a high level of unexpected thermal generation outages and forecasted low wind generation. 

Energy saving tips:

• Raise your thermostat by a degree or two, if safe to do so. During the winter - Lower your thermostat by a degree or two, if safe to do so.
• Avoid using large appliances (i.e., washer/dryer etc.).
• Turn off and unplug non-essential lights and appliances.
• Set pool pumps to run early morning or overnight; shut off during peak hours.

To monitor grid conditions, visit http://ercot.com.