Entergy Texas brings 1,215-MW Orange County power plant into service
ETR•Entergy Texas placed its 1,215-MW Orange County Advanced Power Station into service to meet growing electricity needs. Lower fuel and operating costs are expected to generate more than $1 billion in customer savings over time.
1. Plant enters service
Entergy Texas placed the combined-cycle Orange County Advanced Power Station into service. The 1,215-MW facility can power more than 230,000 homes, and lower fuel and operating costs are expected to generate more than $1 billion in customer savings over time.
2. Demand and construction
Electricity demand across the utility’s service area is expected to grow about 13% between 2024 and 2028. Plant construction generated approximately $1.8 billion in economic activity and supported more than 7,000 direct jobs.
