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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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Electric power technology corporation Cummins Inc. declared Susan Carter as Vice President - Corporate Controller on March 18, replace Bob Crane, who served Cummins for 25 years. Carter had been part of Honeywell for six years, most recently as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Transportation and Power Systems.

Dixie Barrett has been appointed as vice-president of trading services for Platts. Barrett previously served as vice-president of electronic trading services at Altra Energy Technologies.

Theodore Bennett will take over as corporate vice president of Oklahoma's Kerr-McGee Corporation. Bennet formed a human resources consulting firm last year and has served in executive positions at Comerica and Coca-Cola.

American Electric Power appoints vice president and associate general counsel. Hartsoe has been an attorney with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for eight years as well as holding positions at United Gas Pipeline Company, Enron, and Electric Power Supply Association.

Daniel E. Merchant II will become vice president of business development for Primen, a Wisconsin energy firm. Merchant has served as vice president of sales for USPowerSolutions and in various positions at Enercom.

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