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In February 2021, it began to snow in Austin, Texas, which was unusual, and exciting for some, at least until the power dropped out for millions of people. To many, this came as a shock – how could a state known for its energy production have such widespread, prolonged power outages? To understand the situation, one has to look at the history of the grid, and how Texas came to be what we call an “energy island.” It's the only state in the lower 48 that operates its own independent electric grid.
For more on the Texas grid by Mose Buchele, be sure to check out The Disconnect.
Grid Locked
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In February 2021, it began to snow in Austin, Texas, which was unusual, and exciting for some, at least until the power dropped out for millions of people. To many, this came as a shock – how could a state known for its energy production have such widespread, prolonged power outages? To understand the situation, one has to look at the history of the grid, and how Texas came to be what we call an “energy island.” It's the only state in the lower 48 that operates its own independent electric grid.
For more on the Texas grid by Mose Buchele, be sure to check out The Disconnect.
Grid Locked
Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of 99% Invisible ad-free.
Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
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