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TVA Cancels Decisions to Close 2 Coal Plants, Cites Growing Demand, Trump Tone
The TVA Board of Directors in session on Feb. 11
The TVA Board of Directors in session on Feb. 11 | TVA
Feb 12, 2026 | Amanda Durish Cook
The Tennessee Valley Authority revoked its previous decision to wind down operations at two of its coal plants, citing upward demand and the Trump administration’s coal-friendly posture.
CoalCoalCompany NewsPublic Policy
KeywordsCumberland Fossil PlantDonald TrumpKingston Fossil Plantlarge load additionsTennessee Valley Authority (TVA)U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
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