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When it comes to electricity, Pennsylvanians have lots of options. Experts say to do your homework
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When it comes to electricity, Pennsylvanians have lots of options. Experts say to do your homework

Pennsylvanians can choose their electric provider — and skyrocketing bills in Texas a few months ago hit home for some people here. The state utility commission says consumer protections are in place in the commonwealth.
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Texas’s chief energy regulator defended fossil fuels after blackouts. She also profits from oil and gas

Texas’s chief energy regulator defended fossil fuels after blackouts. She also profits from oil and gas

The ties are newly relevant in light of last month’s blackouts, which left more than 9 million Texans without power and may turn out to be the costliest weather event in the state’s history.
The Texas fiasco makes the case for creating a national power grid
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The Texas fiasco makes the case for creating a national power grid

Connecting America's regional grids, albeit pricey and difficult, could help usher in the future of energy.
Texas grid crisis exposes environmental justice rifts
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Texas grid crisis exposes environmental justice rifts

While the height of Texas' blackouts left more than 4 million homes and businesses without power, some experts say low-income areas and communities of color bore the brunt of much of the crisis.
Nearly 12 million Texans face water disruptions. The state needs residents to stop dripping taps
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Nearly 12 million Texans face water disruptions. The state needs residents to stop dripping taps

After enduring multiple days of freezing temperatures and Texans dripping faucets to prevent frozen pipes from bursting, cities across the state warned Wednesday that water levels are dangerously low, and it may be unsafe to drink.
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