Could This One Big Potential Change Help The Texas Power Grid?

Many in the state of Texas constantly worry about the Texas Power Grid.

With the constant heat the state goes through, the worries are understandable. According to Newsweek, concerns are mainly about how the growth the state has recently seen resulted in more need for power. In addition, buildings aging in the state is also worrying some.

Due to this, amongst many other issues, some in the state are looking for something help lessen the stress on the grid. But with plenty of options to choose from in helping the power grid, what could be the right answer? One solution put forth by a state representative could assist tremendously.

But not everyone is completely sold on the idea. So, what could it be?

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Could Starting School Later In Texas Help The Texas Power Grid?

The idea was put forth by Republican State Representative Jared Patterson via the social media website X:

At the time of writing, Newsweek reached out to Patterson for clarification, but he has not returned their attempts. While the idea seems like a good one, KXAN spoke to author of the Texas Energy and Power Newsletter, Doug Lewin, who wasn't completely in agreement with the potential proposal:

“As a parent of four children in Austin Independent School District, I would love for school to start after Labor Day. That would be great...There’s a lot of reasons to maybe push the school year back. I don’t think the energy grid is on the list.”

Lewin suggested the he'd rather see battery packs and solar panels on school properties. That way, collection of energy would be easier on a very sunny day. This in turn, would provide help if the power situation gets critical.

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