Why a Texas Law Preparing for Extreme Cold Weather Failed to Work

Name: Why a Texas Law Preparing for Extreme Cold Weather Failed to Work
Uploaded: 2023-04-05
Duration: 176830
Description: In 2011, an extreme Arctic weather event brought the Texas energy grid to its knees and left millions without power or heat. But despite a law being passed that said power plants had to ensure they were cold weather-ready, there was no enforcement—and on February 15, 2021, a repeat was on the cards.

In 2011, an extreme Arctic weather event brought the Texas energy grid to its knees and left millions without power or heat. But despite a law being passed that said power plants had to ensure they were cold weather-ready, there was no enforcement—and on February 15, 2021, a repeat was on the cards. (02:56)