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Thursday, September 2, 2010

Duke Energy may retire aging coal-fired facilities

Duke Energy may retire aging coal-fired facilities
 

Duke Energy may shut down seven coal-fired units in the Carolinas within five years as the federal government strengthens rules for coal ash and toxic mercury emissions. Closing down the facilities can be less expensive than installing pollution controls. The company will also proceed with building a nuclear plant in Gaffney, S.C., which is expected to come online in 2020. The Charlotte Observer (N.C.)
 
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