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Texas Faces Blackout Risk Amid Heat Wave
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Texas faces imminent risk of blackouts due to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (Ercot) failing to secure additional power supply, despite reaching record highs in power use during a heat wave. Efforts to strengthen the grid have been underway following the grid collapse during winter storms in 2021.
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How might the increased risk of blackouts impact Texas' economy and critical infrastructure?
How might the ongoing heat wave and its impact on power usage affect the energy market and renewable energy sources in Texas?
What measures can be taken to further strengthen Texas' electricity system to prevent future power grid collapses?
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