All local news media have passed along this 2 August 2011 power conversation request from San Antonio's CPS Energy.
Rate payers are asked to take steps to conserve their electric power usage between the hours of 3:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M.
Why? The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), warns there is a risk of overloading Texas' power grid because of the extreme heat wave gripping the state. Overloading the grid will necessitate initiating rolling power blackouts throughout the state.
Here's what's recommended:
Turn off unnecessary lights, appliances and electronic equipment.
Set thermostats to 78 degrees or higher.
Use the dishwasher, laundry equipment and other appliances only during non-peak hours, preferably during the late evening and night time hours.
Instead of using high energy consuming ovens and range tops, microwave food whenever possible.
Keep drapes and blinds closed.
More information is available at http://cpsenergy.com
Rate payers are asked to take steps to conserve their electric power usage between the hours of 3:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M.
Why? The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), warns there is a risk of overloading Texas' power grid because of the extreme heat wave gripping the state. Overloading the grid will necessitate initiating rolling power blackouts throughout the state.
Here's what's recommended:
Turn off unnecessary lights, appliances and electronic equipment.
Set thermostats to 78 degrees or higher.
Use the dishwasher, laundry equipment and other appliances only during non-peak hours, preferably during the late evening and night time hours.
Instead of using high energy consuming ovens and range tops, microwave food whenever possible.
Keep drapes and blinds closed.
More information is available at http://cpsenergy.com
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