Duke Energy Extends Lifespan of Coal Plants, Delaying Transition
Duke Energy has revealed plans to prolong the life of multiple coal-fired power plants in the US. The Marshall coal plant in Indiana will now operate until 2034, while the Belews Creek plant in North Carolina will continue until 2040. Meanwhile, a coal unit at the Rogers Energy Complex in South Carolina is set to run until 2033.
The Marshall plant, initially slated for retirement in 2028, will now operate for an additional six years. The Belews Creek plant, previously set to close in 2035, has had its retirement delayed by five years. The Rogers Energy Complex's coal unit, previously expected to shut down in 2030, will now continue operations for another three years.
The reasons behind these delays are unclear, as searches did not yield specific information on why the U.S. federal government has allowed Duke Energy to postpone its transition away from coal.
Duke Energy's decision to extend the lifespan of these coal plants suggests a shift in its previously stated plans to reduce its reliance on coal. The company had previously committed to phasing out all coal-fired generation by 2030. The reasons behind these delays and the impact on Duke Energy's sustainability goals remain to be seen.
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