SWEPCO prepares for new development at former 675 MW lignite-fueled plant in Texas

Sean Wolfe | Source: Power Engineering | Posted 10/17/2024

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Competitive reviews are underway and could include resources of up to 2,100 MW of accredited capacity through a range of generation sources, including natural gas, wind, solar and storage resources.

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Southwestern Electric Power Co. (SWEPCO) is preparing for future development at the retired H.W. Pirkey Power Plant in Hallsville, Texas. The company is dismantling the stacks and boiler of the coal-fired plant, which began operations in 1985 and was retired in spring 2023 after 38 years of service.

In response to the retirement of the plant, SWEPCO has announced Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for additional generation and capacity resources to meet customer needs and comply with planning requirements. The company is reviewing proposals for up to 2,100 MW of capacity from various sources like natural gas, wind, solar, and storage, with plans to seek regulatory approvals once selections are made.

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