The state’s main electric grid operator is calling for Texans to be frugal in their power usage during the peak hours of 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., but that doesn’t mean the state’s on the verge of an energy crisis.
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas says the peak demand forecast for today (Tuesday) is 64,255 megawatts (at least as of 8:30 a.m.). That number often changes throughout the day, and you can find the latest update here.