By Freda Ross
Clean-energy advocates in Texas are closely monitoring a bill before the Legislature that, if passed, could stop the development and operation of additional projects.
The state has experienced a huge increase in wind and solar energy use.
A recent study shows that Texas ranks first in the nation for wind power generation, second for solar power generation, and is second in the nation for battery storage.
Luke Metzger, executive director of Environment Texas, said they're hosting a meeting tonight to better explain Senate Bill 819 - which could hinder further expansion.
"Our webinar seeks to educate the public about some of these attacks on clean energy," said Metzger, "reminding people how critical they are for our environment, for public health, as well as working to bust some of the myths out there about renewables."
A similar bill passed in the Texas Senate during the last legislative session but didn't make it through the House of Representatives.
The webinar starts at 6 o'clock. Viewers can register on the Environment Texas website.
The demand for electricity in the State is projected to double over the next five years.
Problems with the Texas grid have more people turning to clean energy to cool and heat their homes and businesses.
Metzger said it's estimated that Texans save $1 billion each month because of wind and solar.
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