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TerraPower Announces Start of Construction on First Utility-Scale Advanced Nuclear Plant in Wyoming

LCG, April 23, 2026--TerraPower announced today the official start of construction on its Kemmerer Unit 1 nuclear power plant, which could be the first utility-scale advanced nuclear power plant in the United States. In early March, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) announced that it had authorized the staff to issue a construction permit for Unit 1 commercial nuclear power plant in Kemmerer, Wyoming.

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TVA Announces Two Energy Storage Agreements Totaling 425 MW/1,700 MWh

LCG, April 22, 2026--The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) yesterday announced two new, 20-year agreements for a 225 MW/900 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) project in East Tennessee and for a 200 MW/800 MWh BESS project in northern Alabama. Both projects are planned to commence commercial operations in 2029.

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Construction Commences on Hopkins Ridge Wind Project

LCG, March 18, 2005--Puget Energy Inc. yesterday announced yesterday that construction has started on the initial phase of its 150-MW, Hopkins Ridge Wind Project in southeastern Washington. The project, which is estimated to cost nearly $200 million, includes over 80 Vestas 1.8-MW wind turbines and is scheduled to be completed by early next year.

Puget Sound Energy (PSE) recently acquired the Hopkins Ridge Wind Project from Blue Sky Wind LLC. RES America Construction has initiated roadwork to support the project development and subsequent maintenance activities. Blue Sky Wind LLC and RES America Construction are both are affiliates of Renewable Energy Systems, Ltd. Following completion of the project, PSE will own the entire project. In addition to the Hopkins Ridge Wind Project, PSE has executed a letter of intent to purchase the proposed 230-MW Wild Horse Wind Power Project in Kittitas County, Washington.

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