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ERCOT says state's energy demand is growing, but long-term forecast is likely overstated

Texas leaders are grappling with how to handle a large number of data centers looking to connect to the state's power grid.
T&D

Advancing Long-Term Forecasting for Tomorrow’s Grid

Traditional long-term forecasting models are no longer sufficient as electrification, DER growth, EV adoption, extreme weather events and new large loads introduce unprecedented complexity. The future ...

ERCOT demand forecast is being multiplied by data centers and crypto. Some worry it's overblown

ERCOT's latest long-term load forecast projected that peak demand could rise to 367,790 MW by 2032, but officials are ...

ERCOT forecasts massive growth in demand, but says data is likely flawed

Texas' grid operator forecasts peak demand could quadruple by 2032, but officials admit the preliminary data is 'flawed'.
Community Impact

ERCOT forecasts quadruple growth in electric demand, warns estimate is likely overinflated

The state grid operator projected that peak electric demand could hit 367,790 megawatts by 2032—more than four times the ...

ERCOT says Texas power demand could quadruple, expert says grid can't keep up

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) released a preliminary long-term forecast projecting demand could reach 367 ...
POWER Magazine

PJM Dials Back Near-Term Load Outlook but Maintains Steep Long-Term Growth Trajectory

PJM Interconnection has trimmed its near-term peak-demand projections in its updated 20-year load forecast, citing tighter vetting of large-load adjustment requests and revised electric-vehicle (EV) ...

ERCOT says Texas demand could quadruple but cautions forecast may be inflated

The forecast is “preliminary,” said grid officials, who may request changes to the analysis. It is based on ERCOT forecasting ...