Panhandle and South Plains Awarded $8 Million Electric Reliability Grant
· Texas Border Business
The Texas Energy Fund (TxEF) has awarded over $8 million to enhance electric reliability for members of the Bailey County Electric Cooperative Association in the Texas Panhandle and South Plains. This funding will support projects aimed at upgrading electric transmission poles to withstand wind damage and improve overall system reliability. Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of this grant in strengthening Texas's electrical infrastructure. Key projects include upgrading 2,000 poles to prevent outages and enhancing two miles of transmission lines for quicker restoration and safer repairs. The Public Utility Commission of Texas oversees the grant program, which benefits several counties including Bailey, Castro, and Cochran.
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