Articles by tag: Texas Freeze
Several years on, not many will have forgotten the Texas Freeze. The failure of the power grid during the winter of 2021 had devastating effects, with hundreds dead and millions without power, food, and clean water. While the Texas Freeze was caused by the failure of the state’s power grid, the national power grid…
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New Energy Infrastructure Vs. Extending Fossil Fuel Plants: How Should the Energy Industry Tackle Aging Power-Generation Assets?
If the expected surge in power demand is anything to go by, the U.S. power grid could be in trouble. Fueled by clean energy projects and a massive shift towards electric vehicles by 2030, it’s clear the grid could face major strain — and even blackouts. Unfortunately, the U.S. has already faced such disasters:…
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The Great Texas Freeze
ISA Certified Arborist Wes Rivers sits down with Kimberlee Peterson to discuss the ‘great Texas freeze’. In recent years, we have witnessed a series of extreme weather events that have taken a toll on our trees. From severe winter storms to prolonged periods of drought and heavy rain, these conditions have led to significant environmental…
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Assessing the Survival of Your Trees Post Frost
Post Frost: In this insightful video, ISA Board Certified Master Arborist Wes Rivers delves into a method to ascertain the health of your tree following the harsh freeze event of 2021. It’s a straightforward visual check. If you observe new green growth or green leaves on your tree, it’s a positive sign that your tree…
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The Great Texas Freeze of 2021 is Still Having an Impact on Trees. Here’s The Science Behind It.
The Great Texas Freeze The Great Texas Freeze of 2021 had varied negative consequences on the region, from actual fatalities, to damage to infrastructure and utilities. It’s not only still being felt, but often missed in tackling the lingering effects of weather anomalies: The impact on Texas’ trees. For example, East Texas pine trees face…