What is a Flex Alert?
A Flex Alert is a call for consumers to voluntarily conserve electricity when there is a predicted shortage of energy supply, especially if the grid operator needs to dip into reserves to cover demand. When consumers reduce electricity use at critical times, it can prevent more dire emergency measures, including possible power outages. Who Issues A Flex Alert? A Flex Alert is issued by the California Independent System Operator (ISO), a nonprofit, public benefit corporation t