Ember is reporting worldwide aggregate supply capacity in wind & solar now exceed aggregate demand, while fossil supply capacity dropped. https://ember-energy.org/latest-insights/global-electricity-mid-year-insights-2025

“Texas has passed California on a gigawatt basis, making Texas #1 in wind, solar, and battery storage. “At the state level, Texas leads US battery storage capacity with about 14.173 GW, followed by California with 13.066 GW...” The next closest states have less than 4 GW.”

Energy use is way up in Texas but power prices have bucked the national trend and actually declined over the summer, mostly due to solar + storage records. VPPs are also growing in Texas and beginning to put a downward pressure on prices, too. 1/2

⚡️🔋In July and August 2025, ERCOT reports show gas & coal plants had 50-100% more unforced outages and pushed realtime electricity prices up vs 2024 while solar & BESS added 10 GW, and now make up the bulk of ancillary services. https://bsky.app/profile/douglewin.bsky.social/post/3lziz4wgnht2w

Watching Johnny Taylor at Denton Blues Fest! Come on out!

Check out the Pillow-fight fund raiser for Arts&Jazz at the Monk! Grand Champion was Krissi Oden-Berry. I lost to Steve of Steve’s Wine Bar but had a great time.

“Oil & gas get most attention, but clean energy has been the TX economic boom’s secret ingredient. 👉All but 6% of new elec. capacity added to the state’s grid >2020 has come from renewables/batteries.👈 Energy use >25% in that time!” -D.Lewin https://x.com/douglewinenergy/status/1958281985576898761

“The 4-hour BESS is also more cost effective than the new gas peaker when environmental and societal costs of greenhouse gas emissions are considered.” https://www.cesa.org/replacing-fossil-fueled-peaker-power-plants-with-battery-energy-storage/ 🧵1/2

Analysis showing the transformative adoption of renewable energy and battery storage has reduced ERCOT costs 40% relative to if we had used natural gas alone. https://www.theclimatebrink.com/p/how-renewables-are-saving-texans?r=2q8lw2&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false

Confirmation of what I posted recently about geopolitical impacts on LNG prices by energy consultant Doug Lewin. —— “ https://x.com/douglewinenergy/status/1937969308170064036?s=46&t=pws2CCUE_vRzR3ZKgveOdw “

ERCOT's Kristi Hobbs told the ERCOT Board the risk of energy emergencies is much lower this summer. We've added about 10,000 megawatts in a year "most of it from solar and batteries, that puts us in a better position." Indeed. 16% chance last summer and 0.48% this summer.

1/ 🔌⚠️ Fueling Uncertainty: Why Now Is the Worst Time to Bet on Gas ⚠️🔌 As Denton weighs new power investments, global events are exposing just how risky new fossil fuel infrastructure has become. 🧵👇

🧵 Thread: Rewiring Denton’s Energy Future – Batteries, Not Burners 1/🧵 Denton should reconsider new fossil gas infrastructure—whether peaker or combined-cycle plants—due to serious financial, operational, and environmental risks. Here’s why. 🔋⚡ #DentonTX #EnergyPolicy

(1/8) Denton’s next big power decision lands Jun 17. DME wants permission to pursue hundreds of new MW—chief idea is a second natural-gas plant (“DEC 2”). Before we lock in decades of fossil fuel debt & pollution, let’s ask some hard questions. 🧵

Power demand was above 77 gigawatts today, extraordinary demand for a Sunday. All-time June record is ~80GW. No conservation alerts because we had plenty of spare capacity. 50% of power on peak came from wind & solar. Wholesale power prices were very low. #txlege #txenergy

⛈️SEVERE WEATHER TONIGHT! ⛈️ All the weather services are predicting severe thunderstorms tonight so please be aware and take precautions. This image is a prediction of around 8:45pm.

TODAY District 3 Runoff ELECTION DAY! 7am-7pm You must vote at: * North Lakes Rec or * Denia Rec depending on where you live. See votedenton.gov to confirm your polling location.

Paul — thank you for your years of service to Denton on Council & through Rotary. You helped me find my path to public service, and I’ll miss your voice, your steadiness, and your friendship on the dais. Denton is better because of you.

TODAY: LAST DAY TO EARLY VOTE for the District 3 runoff at North Lakes Rec or Election Administration Next Chance: Election Day June 7th See VoteDenton.Gov for more info.

The Mayor denying Denton’s Pride proclamation—for the first time ever—is cowardice dressed as conviction. He’s campaigning for County Commissioner by targeting the LGBTQ+ community. Denton deserves better. I stand with our queer neighbors. #PeoplesProclamation 🏳️‍🌈

Texans are projected to have higher electric bills & lose over $100 billion in investment if the US Senate passes the House bill as is. The industry will survive but we'll experience reduced grid reliability and economic slowdown, esp. over next few years. www.douglewin.com/p/texas-the...

🚨ITEM TO REPEAL MARIJUANA DECRIMINALIZATION🚨 I will not vote to overturn the will of the people. 1/12

* Election Night Statement – Brian Beck, Denton City Council District 2 * Earlier this evening, I received a gracious message from Nick Stevens conceding the race. I want to thank him for a spirited campaign and for putting himself forward to serve our city. -1-

It’s ELECTION DAY Denton - and polls are open from 7am to 7pm! I want to take a moment to say thank you. Truly.

** ELECTION DAY : SATURDAY MAY 3 ** Polls open 7am - 7pm. You must vote in the polling location assigned to your precinct. For District 2, this is most likely either North Branch Library or DISD Sisk Service Center. Check VoteDenton.gov for your specific location.

Turnout Tues: 4985 (up +752). Projections: 10,967 (10.4%). (Assumes 2× for Election Day) [D2 sum = 2139; largest city vote count = North Branch Lib: 1257 ] Now it’s up to us. Let’s finish strong on *ELECTION DAY* Saturday, May 3! Bring your voice, your vote, and your neighbors.

New poll shows strong and broad support for clean energy; more on the difficulty of getting gas plants; geothermal power could help the Texas Energy Fund; climate change in Texas; the PUC makes a big transmission decision. www.douglewin.com/p/new-texas...

✅ *LAST* DAY OF EARLY VOTING 7a-7p ✅ Today is your last day to vote county-wide. Only 4233 people have voted at city locations so far. So your impact on the election is 25x what full turnout would be. TODAY IS THE DAY, Please go vote!

City turnout jumped by +927 on Mon. (1443 tot in D2) Projections: 9,676! (Revised the Election Day multiplier from 3× → 2× based on modest voting trends). Tuesday is the *LAST* day of early voting before Saturday’s May 3 Election Day. Let’s close early voting strong, Denton!

*BECK FOR DENTON ELECTION WATCH PARTY* Come join us on Ms. Angeline's back porch, Sat May 3, 6-9pm. We'll be watching as returns come in on election night. 125 E. Oak St, Denton, TX 76201 https://www.facebook.com/share/1HE6Nnixj4/

It's been a long journey from last Fall, but it is both humbling and uplifting to have been endorsed by so many amazing community leaders and advocacy groups along the way. Along with amazing community feedback, it inspires me to continue the hard for Denton.

Turnout only ticked up by 378 voters citywide. New optimistic model Projection: 12,272. Sundays are always slow, but Monday and Tuesday are still ahead. Let’s finish strong, Denton! Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to the polls! Don't let others speak for you.

Denton, you’re keeping the momentum! 2,928 voters yesterday - increase of 682! Projections: 12,560 votes (~12% turnout). (Slightly optimistic 2X EV guess on Election Day in formula) Keep it up—bring a friend, a neighbor, or a family member. Let’s make Denton’s voice even louder!

*Town Hall for Action* Along with what seemed like half of Denton, attended the Powered by People Townhall with Beto O’Rourke at Andersons. Inspiring words about getting active in the face of attacks on American values and to combat - let’s not mince words - tyranny.

I'm honored to share that I've been recognized as a 2025 Moms Demand Action Gun Sense Candidate. This distinction reflects my commitment to advocating for common-sense gun safety measures that protect our families and communities. #GunSenseCandidate #MomsDemandAction

Only 2% of Dentonites have voted! Your vote is critical. You can decide Denton's path …. or let others decide for you. It takes only minutes to pop into one of the 10 Denton polling locations. Avoid the rush on Election Day where you'll have to vote at your specific location.

Denton, you’re doing it—turnout climbed! 1,571 → 2,246 voters today — an increase of 675 voters! Projected: 11,580 votes That’s about 11% turnout from 105,000 registered voters. Encourage friends, family, and neighbors to get out and vote. Every voice makes Denton stronger.

Turnout flattened out a bit - Denton, let’s rally. 1,571 total voted as of yesterday. New Projection: 10,368 votes That’s still just ~10% of our 105,000 registered voters. Every vote matters. Let’s push past the plateau - get to the polls and bring others with you - have a plan.

⛈️☔️ A big shout out to my volunteers who called and asked for more literature to drop off even though it’s raining 🌧️ . They wanted to be ready to walk as soon as it cleared up. They want to finish strong and it inspires me to do so too! 🗳️Polling places are open !🗳️

Great job, Denton—turnout climbed! 1,149 voters total yesterday! 1,149 × 1.1 × (7/2) × (1 − 2 × 0.107) × 3 = 10,431 votes That’s ~10% turnout from our 105,000 registered voters—up from earlier! Let’s keep the momentum going. Vote today. Let’s raise that number even higher!

560 people voted yesterday in Denton. If trends hold: 560 × 1.1 mail × 7 day × 0.75 lull × 3 ED = 9,702 projected votes That’s just 9% of ~105,000 registered voters. Don’t let 9% decide Denton’s future. Vote—and bring a friend. Polls are open: VoteDenton.gov

I’m proud that on 🌎 Earth Day 🌎 , Lead Locally - a national leader in environmental advocacy - has chosen to endorse our campaign to continue to keep sustainability a high priority in our community. https://bsky.app/profile/leadlocally.bsky.social/post/3lnfu6jpzsc22

Thank you @leadlocally.bsky.social !

🌳🌎 EARTHDAY & VOTING DAY 🌎🌳 Today is Earthday and 1st Day of Early Voting

🗳️Every election - Every time - 1st day if possible 🗳️ It’s a beautiful spring morning , perfect weather for voting. I love seeing the “I voted pics”, please post! I think it helps keep the civic responsibility aspect alive in our minds and in our community.

👉🏻 EARLY VOTING STARTS TOMORROW 👈🏻 Easy voting ANYWHERE in the county. (see VoteDenton.gov or locations in graphic) CITY: * District 2: Brian Beck DISD: * Place 3: Tanya Wright * Place 4: Buddy Dunworth * Place 5: Charles Stafford

Billions in landowner payments & local tax payments at risk with SB 715 including in the bill author's district. Also a Tx Association of Business study by Aurora Energy Research shows lower reliability, higher costs if renewables are restricted. That & more here: www.douglewin.com/p/why-do-so...

Heading into the first week of Early Voting, I just wanted to express my gratitude for the veritable sign-army out there. I personally dropped off 92% of them. I've really enjoyed seeing the breadth and scope of people's lives and seeing that come together under common cause.

Just got back from LULAC 4366’s breakfast with the candidates. It was actually a really good dialogue, some heartfelt emotions, and some perspectives that hadn’t come up before. (Plus Boka Feliz food is the bomb!) https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19wMv5XU4h/?mibextid=wwXIfr

I’m grateful to live in a community replete and overflowing with creatives. It’s especially moving when those creatives recognized your efforts. Local film producer Susan Carol Davis is one of our bright stars and I’m thankful her light shines here in Denton.