Advisory
S&P Global
Tropical Storm Bertha is expected to weaken by July 24, but Texas utilities are contending with a heat wave that has driven record electricity demand and higher power prices. The extreme weather highlights the strain on grid reliability and the importance of energy efficiency programs and outage management systems.
Utilities are under pressure to maintain service reliability as demand surges. Smart meters and energy monitoring tools are proving critical in managing consumption and mitigating outages during these extreme conditions.
Why it matters: Record demand tests grid resilience and highlights the growing need for advanced energy management solutions. Utilities must prioritize reliability while managing costs in a climate of intensifying weather extremes.