ERCOT is asking us to voluntarily reduce our electricity between 4:00 PM and 8:00 pm
This will help reduce the strain on the power grid. Here are some of their suggestions:
- Bump up your thermostat 2 degrees.
- Keep your blinds and drapes/curtains closed. Look into "black-out" curtains.
- Run big indoor appliances like your dishwasher and washer/dryer while you're asleep - or at least in the late evening. Or when/if possible, avoid using them altogether.
- Turn off and unplug non-essential lights and appliances.
- Set pool pumps to run early morning or overnight; shut off during peak hours.
- Shade air conditioning units or condensers located outdoors, if possible.