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The restrictions imposed by the capacity market have become increasingly problematic. As Texas has experienced significant industrial growth—boasting a robust economic expansion over the past 35 years—the current energy infrastructure is struggling to keep pace. The impending industrial needs may well lead to a crisis of electricity availability, marked by the prospect of rolling blackouts and brownouts as the system’s reliability becomes jeopardized.

The realities of climate and weather patterns in Texas—characterized by sweeping extremes between low and high temperatures—further exacerbate this energy crisis. The infrastructure needs to adapt to both the increased demand and the variability of weather conditions, yet the structural barriers undermine its ability to do so effectively.