The Perryman Group was recently asked to examine the potential economic benefits of statewide competition in the Florida electric power market. Outcomes in other areas which have increased competition (fully adjusted for Florida economic and demographic patterns) were used as a basis for estimating the potential benefits.
Dr. Perryman describes how winter storm Uri affected the Texas economy and what we have learned in the last year.
Dr. Perryman honors the recent passing of the Texas visionary and talks through some of his greatest achievements for the state.
Dr. Perryman reacts to President Biden's goal to reach a significant reliance on solar power by 2050.
Dr. Perryman explains the steps needed to ensure Texas can access sufficient power supply in emergency situations.
While Texas has many features that are appealing to businesses, Dr. Perryman explains how the state's recent electric issues could become a drawback.
Dr. Perryman explains the difference in competition for power and competition for capacity.
Dr. Perryman describes the structure of natural gas purchase and usage in the state and how it could be adjusted to help prevent future outages.
Dr. Perryman describes the structure of Texas' power grid and how it contributed to the power issues Texas experienced during the recent winter storm.
There is an effort across Texas to create a large battery storage capacity, which Dr. Perryman says is very important as we look to our energy future.