Kentucky PSC approves power plant in Casey County
The 214 MW gas-fuelled plant will support 95,000 homes, add 23 jobs, and strengthen grid reliability across southern Kentucky by late 2028.
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USA, Kentucky, Liberty: The Kentucky Public Service Commission has approved the construction of a new flexible power plant in Casey County, set to enhance energy reliability and meet growing electricity demand across southern Kentucky.
Proposed by East Kentucky Power Cooperative (EKPC), the new facility, Liberty Station, will be located approximately four miles north of Liberty, near a natural gas pipeline and high-voltage transmission line.
According to EKPC CEO Tony Campbell, the station will serve as a vital component of the utility’s power generation strategy, supporting grid stability while complementing intermittent renewable sources.
Liberty Station will feature 12 reciprocating internal combustion engine (RICE) generator sets, capable of rapidly starting and adjusting output. With a planned capacity of 214 MW, the plant will be able to serve about 95,000 homes annually.
Construction is scheduled to begin in autumn 2026, with the facility expected to become operational by late 2028. The project will also bring 23 full-time jobs to the region.
Primarily fuelled by natural gas, the plant will also maintain ultra-low sulfur diesel as a backup energy source. To minimise impact on the surrounding community, EKPC plans to install sound-dampening enclosures and implement vegetation buffers for visual screening.
Source: Lane Report
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