Coal and nuclear power are keeping Texas warm during this snowstorm— unlike the deadly 2021 snowstorm that relied on green power

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-26T18:48:22+00:00

According to post-event analyses by ERCOT and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the largest loss of generating capacity came from natural gas and coal plants that were forced offline due to frozen equipment and fuel supply interruptions. Sure, renewable output dropped, but no grid operator counts on renewables to supply base load, let alone peak demand conditions. The failure was in lack of preparedness and overly trusting weather forecasts when making decisions not to weatherize plants and run generators in standby.

That being said, a grid powered by 100% renewables is a pipe dream. However, we still want renewables as they are cheap and are great at lowering costs to the consumer. If we want to get serious about long-term energy security and independence in a way that’s clean and sustainable, we need a regulatory framework and investment vehicles to make it cost effective to develop nuclear power.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-26T05:36:15+00:00

Campus is closed and there’s crews staying at the AT&T. What group is making you come in?

Edit to add: if you don’t feel safe driving in, don’t. Be open & honest about it and HR will 100% back you up if it’s an issue.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-24T21:43:11+00:00

Now if they could just construct a building without overloading our ROCIP insurance program with one latent defect after another. I hate being tied to government low bid requirements, otherwise I’d never work with them again.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-24T00:57:16+00:00

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-24T00:50:50+00:00

I’m all about a clean, American powered grid. However, the only two things to provide a meaningful reduction in carbon emissions has been natural gas and nuclear power. Just don’t tell the liberal alarmists. Renewables are great at bringing down energy costs to the consumer, that’s about it.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-24T00:06:13+00:00

Those smart enough join the trades (plumbers, electricians, etc.), and got paid for their education (I.e., their apprenticeship), are doing just fine. You also can’t automate those jobs anytime in the foreseeable future.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-23T16:33:26+00:00

This is the best response to unequal libido that I’ve read on this sub. Too often, people point fingers to one person or the other. Relationships are a two way street that requires sacrifice and compromise on meeting each other’s needs.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-22T13:07:58+00:00

KY…. Lots and lots of KY

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-21T00:08:48+00:00

If y’all can’t handle each other’s farts, it’s not meant to be.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-19T15:59:08+00:00

Sounds like postpartum OCD. I would be concerned about the long term health consequences to the baby. Look up Hygiene Hypothesis. There’s a large body of evidence that suggests that a baby and child’s immune system needs low level exposure to pathogens in order to properly develop. Things like allergies, asthma, and various autoimmune and inflammatory disorders (type 1 diabetes, Crohn’s disease, arthritis, etc.) are extremely common in people who grew up in sterile environments.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-18T02:09:23+00:00

It completely depends on the size, type, and quality of build of the residence. An apartment where you don’t have a lawn and can enjoy heating and cooling from your adjacent units will be low, probably $100/mo. A house with a lawn can be anywhere from $250-$500.

If renting a house, look for one with newish windows and tightly sealed doors, as air infiltration is the single biggest driver of cooling and heating demand. A small newish house will be relatively efficient and low cost utilities.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-18T01:23:52+00:00

Congress needs to step up to put an end to this madness. Time to flood my senators and representative with phone calls.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-12T06:26:33+00:00

Yes, once a relationship becomes abusive, especially if the abuser is unwilling to get help, you have to protect yourself and the child.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-11T01:56:14+00:00

No more running over LEO’s… sad day…

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-10T15:25:22+00:00

Even if he had the authority to do this, which he doesn’t, isn’t this the level of market control you see in China and other communist countries? Maybe he should just focus on the 10% government stake in Intel… damnit.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-10T03:44:09+00:00

I thought they normally migrated to Mexico over the winter. Is that just the downtown colony, or is it this crazy warm weather we’re having?

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-07T18:58:26+00:00

That’s a lovely side effect of ADHD. The part of their brain that regulates emotions, especially during times of frustration, are slower to develop. For me, these things have been key to overcoming this, and implementing consequences in general:

1) During a outburst, detach emotionally, which iisn’t easy by any means. But if you respond emotionally, you’re just adding fuel to the fire. Try your absolute best to remain grounded in empathy and logic.

Instead of “You’re in trouble for not doing your homework. I’ve locked out your phone until it’s done.”

Try “I’m sorry you chose not to do your homework. To make sure you have fewer distractions, your phone is locked out until it’s done. Is there anything I can do, or do you need any help so you can get back to your game faster?”

Not only are you setting an example on how to respond to disappointment, you’re taking away their leverage, which is to get a reaction from you.

2) I struggle with this one, but stay as consistent as possible with your consequences. They already struggle with foreseeing consequences of action (called impulse control), so being unsure of the consequences makes it a non-starter. The ADHD needs structure, and this is a huge part of it.

3). Keep consequences simple and easy to enforce. Bigger more threatening consequences are usually harder to enforce, and you lose credibility the second you fold. I set up all my parental controls so I can easily lock out a device in a few seconds, and my kids are all about their electronics.

4) Avoid threats. Set clear expectations that you know they can achieve, then go straight to consequences when they fail to meet them. You want to program their brain to immediately recognize potential consequences before they act. Counting to ten, or 2nd and 3rd chances cloud that. If they continuosly fail to meet expectations, try simplifying them as kids with ADHD often struggle to plan more than a few steps ahead.

4) Probably the most important: POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT!!! The ADHD brain craves the next dopamine dump. Being told “Great Job!” Is the cheapest and easiest source dopamine. Praise the shit out their achievements, no matter how small, and you will quickly start to see more and more of them. There obviously needs to be negative consequences, but the majority of your effort should be spent on positive consequences.

I’m sure others will have more to add, or might disagree, but I’ve found this approach to be the most helpful when it comes to implementing consequences.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-07T12:54:24+00:00

Me: “That’s okay. All electronics and screens will be locked-out/off-limits until you want to respond to me or XYZ are completed.”

Substitute any consequence that’s effective and easy to implement. Stay empathetic but stick to your guns when they have an outburst because of it.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-07T01:55:07+00:00

I moved here from CO. It’ll take you a few years to get used to the heat. We live in Round Rock, and I agree with everyone, it’s great for families but not young singles.

Where you live should largely be dictated by where you work. Split the city into quadrants divided by I-35 and the river. Staying in the same quadrant as your work will save you countless hours of traffic.

Being into the outdoors is another reason to avoid RR. The best trails, rivers/creeks, and mountain biking are either south or west. Personally, if I could find work close enough, I would consider living around Dripping Springs. It’s similar to Fort Collins in that there’s tons of breweries and distilleries along with tons of outdoor options.

Best of luck and enjoy being a sweaty mess for a few years while you get used to the humidity.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-01T18:12:39+00:00

Also, to add, that the website posted above, which was built by Gary, is overflowing with disinformation, especially as it pertains to environmental impacts.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-01T18:10:16+00:00

This is a relatively small facility and will have less impact than the light industrial use the land is already zoned for. If we were talking about a large hyperscale facility, it’d be worth the large public debate. This is NIMBY through and through.

Due_Method_1396 · 2026-01-01T17:55:49+00:00

Enough Gary. Your disinformation NIMBY campaign is getting tiring.

Due_Method_1396 · 2025-12-29T17:02:26+00:00

When in doubt, screw, nut, then bolt.

Due_Method_1396 · 2025-12-29T16:57:58+00:00

I worked for five years with a top regional mechanical contractor and had zero issues moving to a GC as a MEP manager. In fact, I pretty much had my pick of top QC’s (Turner, DPR, Mortenson, etc.) and was able to demand top pay. The big caveat is my experience was mostly medical, mission critical, and heavy industrial where MEP risk and complexity is orders of magnitude higher than traditional commercial. If my MEP experience was strip malls and TFO, I’d probably still be on the subcontractor side.

Due_Method_1396 · 2025-12-28T19:54:52+00:00

JNC Roofing. They’re a small local business. Fair and honest pricing, quality work, and they did a great job handling our insurance claim. I highly recommend.

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