As a winter storm threatens snow, ice, and bitter cold across Texas later this week, ERCOT says it is prepared to keep the state’s power grid reliable. Officials note grid upgrades made since the deadly 2021 winter storm, including weatherized equipment and added generation capacity. Forecasts show rising electricity demand beginning Friday, with peak usage expected Monday morning. While power outages remain possible, ERCOT says available supply should exceed demand as Arctic air settles across much of Texas.