Plant Ownership Swap Keeps Coal Capability Intact
Published Date: 3/10/2026
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Summary
Rayburn Energy Station, the new owner of a big power plant once called Panda Sherman, told the government it can still use coal if needed. This update keeps them following the rules that say big power plants must be ready to use coal or another fuel. No changes in money or timing were announced, but this keeps the plant’s options open for the future.
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