Energy storage eligibility in DRRS
Summary
ERCOT plans to take the CRA demand response study straight to the April board, and members objected that strategic market questions should come through TAC first. ERCOT committed to sharing the study scope and expects follow-on discussion with stakeholders.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Mar 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
With 17,000+ MW of storage on the grid, exclusion could raise costs and reduce liquidity; inclusion shifts payments toward batteries.
Stakeholders gain a voice in how demand response is shaped before rules harden.
Thermal generators who'd see DRRS payments diluted if batteries qualify, per some thermal interests.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Technical Advisory Committee - Mar 25, 2026
ERCOT plans to take the CRA demand response study straight to the April board, and members objected that strategic market questions should come through TAC first. ERCOT committed to sharing the study scope and expects follow-on discussion with stakeholders.
Special Technical Advisory Committee Workshop - Feb 4, 2026
Nearly every commenter wants batteries eligible for the new reserve product under 1309, arguing the statute is technology neutral; ERCOT put ESR participation only in 1310. ERCOT admitted it isn't ready to explain why the two are linked.
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