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The Texas Energy Crisis
49:41 - 53:49 (04:07)
The recent Texas energy crisis caused by the severe winter storm, combined with a lack of precautionary measures such as insulated power lines, has led to an increase in energy costs and left many residents with sky-high electricity bills. Governor Abbott has intervened to prevent further financial burdens on Texas residents.
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Amidst a severe winter storm in Texas, some people on electrical supply AEP faced exorbitantly high power bills as they were encouraged to switch to another provider, leaving them with dangerous living situations amidst sub-freezing temperatures.
49:41 - 52:19 (02:37)
Summary
Amidst a severe winter storm in Texas, some people on electrical supply AEP faced exorbitantly high power bills as they were encouraged to switch to another provider, leaving them with dangerous living situations amidst sub-freezing temperatures.
ChapterThe Texas Energy Crisis
EpisodeHow the Electrical Grid Works
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Governor Abbott has expressed concerns over Texans paying for three or four years worth of energy in a single month due to the high prices caused by the energy market working as designed.
52:19 - 53:49 (01:29)
Summary
Governor Abbott has expressed concerns over Texans paying for three or four years worth of energy in a single month due to the high prices caused by the energy market working as designed.