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Texas Utility Will Add More Peaking Power

February 2, 2023

Via: PowerMag

The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) said it will build a new 190-MW peaker power plant in central Texas to provide additional dispatchable power to the state’s electric grid. A peaker plant is one that is typically used only for brief periods during times when the demand for power approaches or surpasses the amount of power available.

Growing Demand in Texas

“Texas needs more dispatchable thermal power generation that can be available quickly, depending on market conditions and demand,” Phil Wilson, LCRA general manager, said in a statement announcing the decision. “As our state faces the challenge of bringing more power to a growing population, I am proud that LCRA is continuing its legacy of providing vital services to Texans.”

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