Mandated Continued Operation of Duke Energy's Coal-Fired Power Plants in North Carolina
Proposed · North Carolina · Last reported May 2026
Source: Environmental Defense Fund
Legislation introduced in North Carolina House Energy and Commerce Committee mandates Duke Energy to continue operating its remaining coal-fired power plants, which are among the costliest sources of energy. The bill restricts the economic selection of affordable and available new power sources, forcing reliance on outdated, expensive, and polluting coal plants despite the availability of cheaper
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Energy Storage, Wind, Power Generation (CCGT), Aerospace & Defense, Solar
- Location
- Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Environmental Defense Fund
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Description | Legislation introduced in North Carolina House Energy and Commerce Committee mandates Duke Energy to continue operating its remaining coal-fired power plants, which are among the costliest sources of energy. The bill restricts the economic selection of affordable and available new power sources, forcing reliance on outdated, expensive, and polluting coal plants despite the availability of cheaper clean energy alternatives like solar, wind, and battery storage. |
Original sector | Energy |
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Country | United States of America (USA) |
State | North Carolina |
City | Raleigh |
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Source | Environmental Defense Fund |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Energy Storage, Wind, Power Generation (CCGT), Aerospace & Defense, Solar |
Article published date | 2026-05-23 |
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