Claire Hao

The rate increase is one that usually happens every year in September as CenterPoint and its peer utilities across Texas transition to “winter” rates.

CenterPoint Energy plans to overhaul its power grid infrastructure ahead of the 2025 hurricane season, the Houston-area electric utility announced

Clean energy companies fought ERCOT's initial requirements, cautioning they could be forced to shut down large swaths of wind, solar and battery resources.

CenterPoint CEO Jason Wells said he's never hosted an elected official or an utility regulator at the company's Chambers County retreat known as The Pond.

Aegle Power allegedly sought taxpayer-funded loans for its natural gas power plant project by listing NextEra Energy Resources as a sponsor without permission.

Houston-area cities and consumer advocacy groups argue a withdrawal would deny them the opportunity to angle for a rate decrease.

Several Houston-area cities have paused or denied development, often due to residents’ fears of uncommon battery storage fires.

The development of data centers is expected to surge with the advancement of artificial intelligence.

Backup power options can keep the lights on during blackouts, which could become more common as aging power grids struggle against more extreme weather.

LyondellBasell's refinery is believed to be the oldest refinery in the Houston Ship Channel and employs roughly 1,000 people.