FirstEnergy Corp. announced on October 13, 2025 that it has filed a new Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) with state regulators, proposing the construction of a 1,200‑MW natural gas‑fired combined‑cycle power plant to serve customers in West Virginia.
The IRP also calls for keeping two major coal‑fired power plants in West Virginia operating at least through the next decade, indicating a continued reliance on existing coal assets while expanding gas capacity as part of the company’s long‑term generation strategy.
This regulatory filing signals a substantial capital investment and a shift in FirstEnergy’s generation mix, potentially impacting future rate base growth and regulatory approvals for the company’s service territories.
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