Joanna Slusarewicz (IMAGE) Rice University Caption Rice University junior Joanna Slusarewicz took on the task of analyzing the contributions of wind and solar energy to Texas' energy use between 2007 and 2013 to see if a better balance of resources could be achieved to handle the state's requirements, especially during peak times. Credit Rice University Usage Restrictions Credit must be used. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.