Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT)

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is the organization responsible for managing the electric grid and overseeing most of Texas’s electricity supply. It coordinates the generation and distribution of power, ensuring supply matches demand in real-time. ERCOT also helps plan for future energy needs and maintains the stability and reliability of the grid. Unlike other regions, Texas operates its own independent grid, so ERCOT manages most of the state’s electricity without federal oversight. This enables efficient local control but also means ERCOT is solely responsible for preventing blackouts and ensuring reliable electricity within Texas.