Grid conditions are expected to be normal, the state’s grid operator said last Thursday on X, formerly known as Twitter.
of the grid’s abilities, especially after intense heat this summer. Triple-digit temperatures and unrelenting heat waves prompted many to crank up their cooling systems, causing the grid to rely heavily on solar power. Saturday morning’s eclipse is taking place during moderate fall weather, which is bringing seasonably cooler temperatures to ERCOT’s service area. Therefore, total demand on the grid is forecasted to be moderate due to minimal air conditioning usage, Silverstein added.