Tag: Energy Reliability

SPP Sees Normal Temps, Ample Power to Meet Winter Demand

  • November 17, 2025

powerlines and a wind turbine in the snow

Regional Reliability Remains Strong Ahead of Winter 2025–2026 The Southwest Power Pool (SPP)—which manages and coordinates electric reliability across 14 central U.S. states—said it expects to have sufficient generation capacity to meet demand during the upcoming winter season. “Reliability is a top priority for SPP,” said Bruce Rew, SPP’s senior vice president of operations. “Though …

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Electric grid expects increased demand from warmer weather

  • October 9, 2025

SPP Issues Resource Advisory for 14-State Grid Including Oklahoma Warmer temperatures and increased demand for electricity prompted the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) to issue a Resource Advisory October 10th. The alert covers SPP’s entire 14-state grid region, which includes Oklahoma. The advisory takes effect at 12:00 p.m. CT on the 10th and is expected to …

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