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Re:Analysis: Texas power outage leaves officials working pol... by maxerickson on Wednesday February 17, 2021 @08:10PM (#26174182)
It's pretty predictable that people in (relatively warm) Texas would buy cheaper models that cut out at higher temperatures.

Weatherization makes any heating and cooling more efficient too, so everyone should assess for improvements.

Re:Analysis: Texas power outage leaves officials working pol... by toomuchtodo on Wednesday February 17, 2021 @08:17PM (#26174238)
I'm just advocating for (or, attempting to) improved policy and planning around energy consumption and infrastructure. Penny wise pound foolish is getting old.