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PUC of Texas Approves Entergy Texas' Plans to Build Over 1,200 MW of Gas-Fired Capacity

LCG, September 12, 2025--Entergy announced yesterday that the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) approved Entergy Texas’ proposal to build two efficient natural gas-fired power plants to support the region’s rapid growth. The combined electric generating capacity of the two facilities, the Legend Power Station and the Lone Star Power Station, will add over 1,200 MW to the Southeast Texas power grid to support new customer demand, increase reliability and lower costs for all customers. Both facilities are scheduled to commence operations by mid-2028.

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Puget Sound Energy Starts Construction on 142-MW Appaloosa Solar Project in Washington

LCG, September 4, 2025--Puget Sound Energy (PSE) announced yesterday that phased construction has commenced on its 142-MW Appaloosa Solar Project, a utility-scale solar facility underway in southeastern Washington. The project is being built by Qcells EPC, who will serve as the module manufacturer and the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) solution provider. Construction is scheduled through 2026, and commercial operation is expected at the end of next year.

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Newsmakers

EnergyOnlines weekly wrapup of the goings and comings of key people in the energy industries.

Debra L. Lee, president and chief operating officer of BET Holdings II Inc., has been elected a director of Washington Gas Light Co. BET is a multi-media firm that owns and operates Black Entertainment Television, and other assets.

Nancy Morovich has been named vice president for investor relations by Entergy Corp., replacing E. Renae Conley, who was recently named president and chief executive of Entergy Louisiana. Morovich most recently was chief financial officer for utility operations.

Joseph M. Russo has joined Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. as vice president for public affairs and corporate communications. He was most recently vice president for corporate affairs with The Hertz Corp., a subsidiary of Ford Motor Co.

Clark C. Smith has been named president of El Paso Merchant Energy Co., the energy sales, trading, and risk management unit of El Paso Energy Corp. He replaces Greg G. Jenkins, who has become president and chief executive of El Pasos telephone business.

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