We manage the flow of Texas' power supply.
of Texas
power load
power
generation units
miles of transmission lines
managed and monitored
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ERCOT has four primary responsibilities:
- Maintain system reliability.
- Facilitate a competitive wholesale market.
- Facilitate a competitive retail market.
- Ensure open access to transmission.
Texas Advisory and Notification System (TXANS)
Featured:
ERCOT Post-Event Report of Winter Storm Fern
Read the post-event report from ERCOT regarding Winter Storm Fern.
Large Load Interconnection Batch Study Process Meetings
View ERCOT’s stakeholder engagement plan and upcoming milestones regarding development of the Batch Study process framework.
ERCOT Goes Live with Real-Time Co-Optimization Plus Batteries (RTC+B)
On Dec. 5, 2025, ERCOT announced the successful implementation of the first operating day of Real-Time Co-optimization Plus Batteries (RTC+B) in the ERCOT market.
What we do here at ERCOT
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How does ERCOT work?
The Control Room
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We are here to help with tech support, media requests, and connections to outside resources for consumers.
Resources:
Updated Fact Sheet
ERCOT ensures reliable electric service for 90% of the state of Texas and continues to set new records as demand grows.
ERCOT Peak Demand Records
Review the latest official and unofficial generation demand records.