Despite Electricity Shortages and Blackouts, Texas May Scale Back Solar Energy

By Douglas McIntyre  •  March 1, 2025

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on Texas’ potential decision to reduce solar energy expansion. With the state already facing electricity shortages and deadly blackouts, this move appears to be politically driven, favoring fossil fuels. As electricity demand continues to grow, especially with data centers expanding, Texas may find itself struggling to meet its energy needs if solar capacity is reduced.

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