Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT)

Vision and Mission

Vision

To be innovative in providing a world-class, cost-effective, reliable electric grid and efficient electricity markets.

Mission

ERCOT serves the public interest by:  

  • Ensuring open access to transmission and distribution systems;
  • Maintaining system reliability and operations;
  • Enabling retail choice;
  • Operating fair and competitive wholesale markets;
  • Maintaining the renewable energy credits registry;
  • Providing leadership and independent expertise to improve system reliability and market efficiency.