ERCOT Okays CenterPoint Shifting Houston Mobile Generators to San Antonio
Will Houston Mobile Generators Help All Texans? San Antonio ratepayers can breathe a bit easier this summer as CenterPoint's mobile generators are coming to town to help supply electric power to the city. They'll also be ready to help out in other towns. Late last month, ERCOT approved the CenterPoint plan to move 15 Houston mobile generators to San Antonio. The city-owned electric provider , CPS Energ y, has struggled with tight power supplies, especially during extreme weather. These units will help meet power demand as the city’s energy needs rise. The move aims to boost grid stability and lower power outage risks. And all Texans will benefit, not just those in the Alamo City. Why San Antonio Needs More Power San Antonio has grown fast, increasing its demand for energy. The city also relies on aging power plants , which can fail when demand spikes. CPS Energy wants to prevent blackouts, especially in summer heat waves and winter freezes. When the Houston mobile generators ...