AdvertisementNo, The Blackouts In Texas Weren't Caused By Renewables. Here's What Really HappenedFebruary 18, 2021Camila DomonoskefacebookEmailSnow covers the ground in Waco, Texas, on Feb. 17. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has blamed renewable energy sources for the blackouts that have hit the state. In fact, they were caused by a systemwide failure across all energy sources. (AFP via Getty Images)