Texas’ Energy Crisis—A Self-Inflicted Disaster?

Texas leads the nation in wind and solar, but at what cost? Wayne Christian argues that while demand for energy has surged, reliability has plummeted. Rolling blackouts, power shortages—issues that were once unheard of are now a daily concern.

Why? He points to policy decisions that retire reliable energy sources like coal and natural gas in favor of renewables that can’t always meet demand. With Texas’ energy grid at risk, is the state prioritizing ideology over practicality?

What’s the right balance between “green” energy and reliability?