by ACSC | Nov 3, 2022 | Blog, Utility News
The rules specify how the agency designates certain gas facilities as “critical,” which is particularly important when it comes to the power grid. ________________________________________________ Although initially approved just months ago, rules that allow the Texas...
by ACSC | Oct 27, 2022 | Blog, Utility News
Texas Coalition of Cities for Utility Issues releases regulatory glossary and primer. ________________________________________________ Utility rate regulation in Texas is most often associated with two state agencies: the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the...
by ACSC | Oct 21, 2022 | Blog, Utility News
ACSC called for the establishment of a consistent set of critical designation criteria to improve coordination between the electric and gas sectors during load-shed events. ________________________________________________ A Texas Railroad Commission rule to identify...
by ACSC | Sep 20, 2022 | Blog, Utility News
Gas suppliers must comply with new standards under a new weather preparedness rule. ________________________________________________ Gas suppliers must comply with new weatherization standards and submit to annual inspections under a new weather preparedness rule...
by ACSC | Sep 19, 2022 | Blog, Utility News
The proposal attracted opposition from a variety of public and private officials during a September 13 joint hearing. ________________________________________________ A proposal to shore up the grid reliability through the creation of an ERCOT “gas desk” has received...
